Alfa Romeo 4C vs. Nissan 370Z
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Alfa Romeo 4C and Nissan 370Z contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Alfa Romeo 4C and the Nissan 370Z.
When we compare the Alfa Romeo 4C's and the Nissan 370Z's specifications and ratings, the Alfa Romeo 4C has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and reliability. The Nissan 370Z has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Alfa Romeo 4C's and the Nissan 370Z's specifications and ratings, the Nissan 370Z is a better car than the Alfa Romeo 4C.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Alfa Romeo 4C loses 45.3 percent of its value and the Nissan 370Z loses 36.2 percent of its value. This means the Nissan 370Z retains 9.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Alfa Romeo 4C.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Alfa Romeo 4C is 7.6 out of 10 while the Nissan 370Z's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Alfa Romeo 4C being ranked 11 out of 27 Best Luxury Convertibles and the Nissan 370Z being ranked 6 out of 9 Best Convertibles.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Alfa Romeo 4C is 7.6 out of 10. For the Nissan 370Z the reliability rating is 7.1 out of 10. This gives the Alfa Romeo 4C a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan 370Z.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Alfa Romeo 4C’s base engine makes 237 horsepower, and the Nissan 370Z base engine makes 332 horsepower. The 4C is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 357 miles. The 370Z is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 475 miles.This gives the Alfa Romeo 4C the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Nissan 370Z the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$66,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$85,644
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$40,750 - $453,200
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$41,920
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
$29,058
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
$25,000 - $41,920
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$67,801
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$31,145 - $215,038
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
0
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$32,492
Price Range:
$26,118 - $39,608
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
$27,108
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
$22,204 - $32,492
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
21
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
35,667
# Good or Great Deals:
10
Alfa Romeo 4C Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Nissan 370Z Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.7 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Alfa Romeo 4C
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
7.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
3.7 - 12.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan 370Z
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
10.5
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Sports Cars)
8.4
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Sports Cars)
3.9 - 10.7
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.2%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.8
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.7
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.6 - 11.4
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
1.6
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
0.9 - 4.8
Alfa Romeo 4C Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 2Ranking
5 out of / 7Ranking
8 out of / 27Ranking
9 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
11 out of / 27Ranking
13 out of / 41Ranking
13 out of / 41Ranking
13 out of / 27Ranking
14 out of / 41Ranking
19 out of / 41Ranking
24 out of / 27Ranking
28 out of / 41Ranking
39 out of / 41Nissan 370Z Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 15Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
7 out of / 9Ranking
8 out of / 15Ranking
9 out of / 15Ranking
9 out of / 15Ranking
13 out of / 15Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Alfa Romeo 4C Trim Levels
Spider
Nissan 370Z Trim Levels
Roadster, Roadster Sport Touring, Roadster Touring, Base, NISMO, Sport, Sport Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
237 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 2200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.095 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
332 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
270 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.095 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 34 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
252 / 357 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 475 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
49.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
3.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
55.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2487 lbs
Width:
73.5 inches
Height:
46.7 inches
Length:
157 inches
Wheelbase:
93.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3479 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
52.2 inches
Length:
167.2 inches
Wheelbase:
100.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/45R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Alfa Black
Gray
Basalt Grey Metallic
Red
Rosso Alfa / Rosso Competizione Tri-Coat
White
Madreperla White Tri-Coat / White
Yellow
Giallo Prototipo
Exterior Colors
Black
Magnetic Black Pearl
Gray
Not available
Red
Passion Red
White
Pearl White Tricoat
Yellow
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Yellow
Interior Colors
Black
Black
