2006 Maserati Coupe vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati Coupe | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Coupe | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 76 L |