2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1996 Tata E220
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Tata E220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Tata E220 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Tata E220. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Tata E220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 340 kg more than 1996 Tata E220. 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Tata E220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Tata E220.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 1996 Tata E220 | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | 350Z | E220 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
