2008 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z

To start off, both 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera and 2008 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.

Because 2008 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Brera.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Alfa Romeo Brera 2008 Nissan 350Z
Make Alfa Romeo Nissan
Model Brera 350Z
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2196 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 306 HP
Torque 230 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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