1989 Alfa Romeo SZ vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
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 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Alfa Romeo SZ | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | SZ | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2957 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
