1999 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z

To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (450 HP) has 144 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 430 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1999 Aston Martin Vantage (1,098 Nm) has 734 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm). This means 1999 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Aston Martin Vantage 2007 Nissan 350Z
Make Aston Martin Nissan
Model Vantage 350Z
Year Released 1999 2007
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5341 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 306 HP
Torque 1098 Nm 364 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1970 kg 1540 kg


 

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