1999 Buick Cielo vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Cielo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Cielo would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Cielo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1999 Buick Cielo. (238 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Cielo.
Because 2012 Nissan 370Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Cielo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Cielo (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Cielo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 1999 Buick Cielo has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Buick Cielo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Cielo | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Cielo | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1326 mm |
