2008 Lexus IS vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus IS 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 62 more horse power than 2008 Lexus IS. (270 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 123 kg more than 2008 Lexus IS. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | IS | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
