2007 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2007 Honda Legend. (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 342 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2007 Honda Legend is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Legend. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Legend. 2007 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Legend | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Legend | 370Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 72 L |