1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Project Vantage | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 72 L |
