1996 Venturi 400 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 423 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400.
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, 1996 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Venturi 400 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Venturi | Nissan |
Model | 400 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |