2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan 370Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan 370Z would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 370Z | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | 370Z | A8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
