1997 Audi A6 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Audi A6 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Audi A6. (227 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1997 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Audi A6. (310 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A6 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
