2008 Ferrari F430 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2008 Ferrari F430 and 2008 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2008 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ferrari F430 (466 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 2008 Ferrari F430 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ferrari F430 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ferrari F430 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F430 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 490 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 22 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
