2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 382 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Vanquish | Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11:01:00 |
| 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 | 1875 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
