2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 167 kg more than 2001 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda S-MX | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | S-MX | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |
