2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 370Z | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 370Z | R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5156 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3216 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
