2005 Lexus SC vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus SC would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Lexus SC. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 Lexus SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 103 kg more than 2005 Lexus SC. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lexus SC. (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lexus SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | SC | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
