1999 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Italdesign Nazca. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Italdesign Nazca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 12 kg more than 1999 Italdesign Nazca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Italdesign Nazca 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 1999 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z, 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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Italdesign Nazca | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Italdesign | Nissan |
Model | Nazca | 350Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |