1997 Ford Scorpio vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (123 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Scorpio | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Scorpio | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1556 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
