1999 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 95 kg more than 1999 Nissan Pickup. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Nissan Pickup | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Pickup | 350Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |