2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 81 kg more than 2003 Ford Mustang.
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 Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |