2004 Ferrari 360 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 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, both vehicles can yield 363 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari 360 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 360 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3586 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
