2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 2 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 4,309 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 185 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F430 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4309 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.1 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 | 1525 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 76 L |
