1996 Acura NSX vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Acura NSX. (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Acura NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura NSX weights approximately 258 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 1996 Acura NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Acura NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura NSX. (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Acura NSX | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | 350Z |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2660 mm |