2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ferrari F430 would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (350 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 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 F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F430 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |
