2008 Nissan 350Z 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 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 26 more horse power than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 132 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan 350Z | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | 350Z | 370Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |