2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan 350Z | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
Model | 350Z | Corvette |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |