2002 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (320 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 210 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Camaro.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (454 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
