Comparative Nissan 370Z Vs Toyota GT86

Comparison sports Nissan 370Z Vs Toyota GT86

Discuss sports cars at a relatively cheap price it is complicated. They are cars of reduced sales that, due to expenses, few brands can be considered today. Two of the few alternatives that we currently have on the market are the Nissan 370Z and Toyota GT86. Gasoline front engine, rear-wheel drive, coupé design and high doses of fun.

It is true, they are vehicles that, a priori, may seem very different. But the objective of all pure sports, more than the time for one lap on the circuit, is make us happy behind the wheel. They both have a similar price and both the Nissan and the Toyota have been conceived to make their drivers smile. dowhich one is better to buy, Nissan 370Z or Toyota GT86?

Exterior design

Comparison sports Nissan 370z Vs Toyota GT86

Discuss design It is very relative, because each of us has our tastes. In this case we are dealing with two Japanese models, and both are quite rooted in the typical Japanese design. Sharp features, slanted headlights, straight lines, marked angles and a great sporty aesthetic without falling into exaggeration, both for one and for the other.

The Nissan 370Z unit that appears in the images corresponds to the Nismo version, although in this case the comparison is focused on the access Nissan 370Z Coupé, both for dynamic behavior and for price.

The side view is that of a typical front engine coupe. In both the Nissan 370Z and the Toyota GT86 we have a long and low hood, a rear passenger compartment, only one door on each side, a drop in the roof from practically the front pillar, a rear spoiler and two generous exhaust outlets wrapped in a diffuser.

Comparison sports Nissan 370z Vs Toyota GT86 rear design

Of course, the Nissan has a three-door body, while the Toyota has two doors, since the first has a tailgate and the second has a lid; although we will talk about its capacity and practicality of load a little later.

Interior design and qualities

Every sports car should appear as such on the outside, but the truth is that its driver sees, touches and feels much more of his car from the inside. That is why, in this type of car, it is also important make the driver feel like a pilot. As usual in real sports cars, everything is focused on the driving position, avoiding distractions and unnecessary elements.

Nissan 370Z interior

Both have infotainment screen, although in no case is it precisely the best on the market. The qualities of various materials, in some respects, also leave a lot to be desired. The positive point is that in these two cars the driver is clearly the protagonist, with a cabin created with a clear sport orientation.

Thus, in both the Nissan and the Toyota we have a instrument panel in which the main protagonist is the rev counter, located in a central position and with the injection cut area well marked. They also inform us of the gear engaged. In the case of the Toyota, we have a color display where we can see information related to driving, G-forces, a stopwatch, and torque and power graphs. In the Nissan the information is less.

Test Toyota GT86 inside

We continue with a driving position very low to the ground, which helps us to better feel the car's reactions and also to look far away when exiting corners; details that are much appreciated in sports driving. The steering wheels of these two protagonists are simple, without many buttons and with a practically vertical position. That yes, the one of Nissan 370Z does not have in-depth regulation, an important detail.

Although both have been on the market for several years, it is noticeable that the GT86 from Toyota is somewhat younger. This can be seen in the order of the dashboard and the integration of the screen for the infotainment system. In the case of the 370Z, it is much less practical, and that the Toyota is not anything to write home about either.

Exterior dimensions, interior space and trunk capacity

Long Jump Width High jump Battle trunk capacity
Long Jump Width High jump Battle trunk capacity
Nissan 370Z 4.265 mm 1.845 mm 1.315 mm 2.550 mm 235 liters
Toyota GT86 4.240 mm 1.775 mm 1.285 mm 2.570 mm 243 liters

In images, and also live, the Nissan 370Z looks like a bigger vehicle than the Toyota GT86. However, as you can see in the table above, the differences are not great. This is due to the Nissan using larger rims and tires, and its wheel arches being considerably more voluminous, combined with a curvier and wider rear. But the data does not lie. The most notable difference in their dimensions is the width.

Test Toyota GT86 rear seats

Inside, the GT86 is narrower than the 370Z. It shows that we are closer to our companion, something that will not be too pleasant for corpulent people. Of course, despite having a smaller width, the Toyota sports car manages to homologate four seats, although the practicality of the rear is minimal. Its best use is to leave it for exceptional cases, since the height to the ceiling is reduced, as is the space for legs and feet. Access is also inconvenient. For its part, the Nissan is only approved for two people.

Nissan 370z trunk

The difference of the trunk capacity is also minimal. As we said above, the Nissan 370Z has a tailgate, while the Toyota GT86 has a trunk lid. Despite this, the forms of the Toyota's cargo space are more usable than in the Nissan, having enough space for a couple of not very large suitcases and the odd bundle more.

mechanical offer

El Nissan 370Z It is available in various finishes and with different powers, as well as with manual and automatic transmission. The Nismo version stands out with 344 CV -unit that appears in the images-, although its price is much higher. In addition, it offers a convertible body called Roadster. As the Toyota GT86 It is only available with one engine and one finish, the version that most closely resembles this (also for price) is the Nissan 370Z Coupé, which has a manual transmission and 328 hp.

Nissan 370Z

Nissan 6Z V370 Engine

Motor Change Power By Maximum speed 0 to 100 km / h mixed consumption Shot put
Motor Change Power By Maximum speed 0 to 100 km / h mixed consumption Shot put
6 liter V3.7 manual 6v 328 CV 363 Nm 250 km/h 5.4 seconds 10.6 l / 100 km 1.570 kg

Toyota GT86

Test Toyota GT86 boxer engine

Motor Change Power By Maximum speed 0 to 100 km / h mixed consumption Shot put
Motor Change Power By Maximum speed 0 to 100 km / h mixed consumption Shot put
4-litre 2.0-cylinder boxer manual 6v 200 CV 205 Nm 226 km/h 7.6 seconds 7.8 l / 100 km 1.242 kg

La mechanical difference between the Nissan 370Z (6-litre V3.7 with 328 hp) and the Toyota GT86 (4-litre 2-cylinder boxer with 200 hp) is a big one. The Nissan is more powerful, has more torque, is faster and accelerates in less time. However, it is also quite heavier, with a difference of more than 300 kilos. Logically, the consumption is also much higher in the Nissan compared to the Toyota.

Behavior

Nissan 370Z

Both are passionate and fun cars to drive, although each in its own way. The Nissan 370Z is more uncomfortable and less practical on a day-to-day basis, but if we want to go to the circuit, like on track days, we will enjoy it more for power and grip.

In turn, the Toyota GT86 is a more versatile car for being more comfortable in the face of potholes, and it is more enjoyable on rathole roads for having a smaller width, being a somewhat “short” car for circuits wide and fast.

In the sports Toyota is easier to approach the limits even with a great sense of security and without the need to go so fast, as I told you during the test I brought you a few months ago. This is because its power is lower, the tires are narrower and less sporty, the suspensions are somewhat softer and its weight is lower. Therefore, it seems to me a more fun car for use on twisty roads.

Toyota GT86 skidding

I have had occasion to drive the two in a circuit and the feeling I was able to extract is that the Nissan 370Z is more comfortable in fast corners, showing more confidence, but being a little more clumsy in slow corners. With the Toyota GT86 the opposite happens, thanking the slow curves more than the fast ones.

Regarding their engines, being atmospheric, both They force us to take it uptown of the tachometer if we want to extract all its juice. The Nissan's engine, being a V6, is more willful from mid-range. In contrast, the Toyota's engine gives the feeling of having very little power up to about 5.000 rpm.

The manual gearboxes of both models have closed developments, which comes in handy in this type of vehicle. Going up and down gears is a delight with both one and the other. Besides, his mechanical touch and somewhat hard with short strokes It increases the sporting sensations, something that the most purists will appreciate. Braking is precise, although it feels more forceful in the Nissan.

Pricing

Nissan 370Z at the Jarama Circuit

When it comes to talking about prices we find great equality. According to official configurators, the access Nissan 370Z is priced at 34.330 euros, while the Toyota GT86 starts at 34.490 euros.

La economic difference to acquire one or another model is minimal, but it is true that the 370Z price, for using a much more powerful V6 than the Toyota's four-cylinder boxer, is more striking. In this section, in our opinion, it is the Nissan that takes the cat to the water.

Conclusions

They are two of the few pure sports cars that are currently for sale and their price is very similar. The technical features tip the balance in favor of the Nissan, although it is no less true that the cost of use is much higher.

Another rival that can be at the height of these two is the Mazda MX-5 although it is less powerful and has a calmer approach, it is also great fun to drive And, in addition, it is convertible. The MX-5 is also front-engined and rear-wheel drive. All three are in our top5 of affordable cars to enjoy on a mountain pass.

Test Toyota GT86 front

In addition to the personal tastes that each of you may have, when deciding between one model or another, I would next questions:

Economy. A car is not just buying it, you have to maintain it. You know, fuel, tires, insurance, taxes, etc. Keep the Toyota GT86 It won't amount to much more than any run-of-the-mill passenger car does, like a compact petrol model. For its part, the maintenance of the Nissan 370Z will be higher.

Yes it is unique car (or daily car), the Toyota GT86 It is the best option for ride comfort, maintenance, luggage compartment, type of tires and agility in the city.

weekend use and trackday. If you will practically only use your passionate car to go out on the road on weekends or enter the circuit with it, in this case it is more logical to opt for the Nissan 370Z. Of course, you already know that heavy use requires earlier maintenance and that many components (wheels, brakes, clutch) significantly reduce their durability.

listen to the heart. If you like cars, you have to pay attention to your tastes when you go to buy one; but even more so if we are already talking about vehicles as sporty and passionate as the two protagonists of these lines. Buying a sports car and realizing later that we have missed the opportunity to have in the garage the one that really had us madly in love, must be something that we may never forgive ourselves.

Nissan 370Z front profile


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      FF96 said

    Very good information displayed. I would like to have any, but I am more inclined to the Nissan 350z because of its design, I would like there to be a car with the Nissan design and a Toyota GT 86 engine, so I make my economy balance (due to fuel consumption, since it would come out to walk all the time with the car) and design, it would fit perfectly for me.

    Thanks for the info, greetings from Cusco.