2002 AC Aceca vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 AC Aceca. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2002 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 398 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2002 AC Aceca 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 2002 AC Aceca. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Aceca | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1112 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
