2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1998 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Opel Speedster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Opel Speedster would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Opel Speedster. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1998 Opel Speedster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 525 kg more than 1998 Opel Speedster. 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan 350Z | 1998 Opel Speedster | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | 350Z | Speedster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |