2003 Ford GT vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (350 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 23 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford GT | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | GT | 370Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |