2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan 350Z | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
Model | 350Z | Vantage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2022 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |