1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (282 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 232 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (401 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2550 mm |
