2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1996 Renault Fifties
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Fifties. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Fifties would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1996 Renault Fifties. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Fifties. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 750 kg more than 1996 Renault Fifties. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Fifties. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Fifties.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 1996 Renault Fifties | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 350Z | Fifties |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
