2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lotec C 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lotec C 1000 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (309 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 632 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Lotec | Nissan |
| Model | C 1000 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1820 mm |
