2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2012 Ferrari 599
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 599 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 599 (652 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 353 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ferrari 599 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ferrari 599. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ferrari 599 (620 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2012 Ferrari 599 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ferrari |
| Model | 350Z | 599 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 6000 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 652 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1336 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 105 L |
