2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4700 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 469 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |