2009 Ferrari 599 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Ferrari 599 is newer by 3 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari 599 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari 599 (612 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari 599 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari 599 weights approximately 55 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.
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, 2009 Ferrari 599 (608 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari 599 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ferrari 599 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 599 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 612 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 608 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 331 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.7 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 | 1765 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 21.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 80 L |