2009 Dodge Challenger vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Challenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Challenger would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Challenger (419 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 113 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 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 Dodge Challenger (420 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Challenger | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Challenger | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 419 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
