2003 Ferrari 360 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 294 kg more than 2003 Ferrari 360.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ferrari 360 (374 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 2012 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 2003 Ferrari 360 has manual transmission. 2003 Ferrari 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ferrari 360 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 360 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
