2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (481 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (624 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Porsche 911 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 911 | 370Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3605 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 481 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 624 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |