2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (297 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Porsche 911 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Porsche | Nissan |
Model | 911 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3824 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 288 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 80 L |