2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 1999 Nissan Z
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Z would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Z. (197 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Z.
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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Z. (245 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 1999 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 360 | Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
