2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,160 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (424 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Corvette | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6160 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 424 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 424 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1845 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
