1994 Lotec Testa de Oro vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z

To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro (741 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (309 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 350Z.

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 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Lotec Testa de Oro 2009 Nissan 350Z
Make Lotec Nissan
Model Testa de Oro 350Z
Year Released 1994 2009
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4943 cc 3498 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 741 HP 309 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 900 Nm 358 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 81.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors


 

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