1994 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (317 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 40 kg more than 1994 Ford Mustang.
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, 1994 Ford Mustang (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | 350Z |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |