2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry 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 171 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (135 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 161 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Camry |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
