2004 Nissan 350Z vs. 2011 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2011 Ferrari 599 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ferrari 599 (611 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 229 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan 350Z | 2011 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ferrari |
| Model | 350Z | 599 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 611 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1688 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 105 L |
