Nissan 370Z vs. Chevrolet Corvette

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Nissan 370Z and Chevrolet Corvette 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 Nissan 370Z and the Chevrolet Corvette.

In comparing the Nissan 370Z's and the Chevrolet Corvette's specifications and ratings, the Nissan 370Z has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. The Chevrolet Corvette has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Nissan 370Z's and the Chevrolet Corvette's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Corvette is a better car than the Nissan 370Z.

Pricing: A used 2020 Nissan 370Z ranges from $22,139 to $42,439 while a used 2020 Chevrolet Corvette is priced between $57,890 to $76,338.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Nissan 370Z loses 33.4 percent of its value and the Chevrolet Corvette loses 25.5 percent of its value. This means the Chevrolet Corvette retains 7.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan 370Z.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Nissan 370Z is 8.4 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Corvette's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Nissan 370Z being ranked 4 out of 14 Best Sports Cars and the Chevrolet Corvette being ranked 4 out of 40 Best Luxury Sports Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Nissan 370Z is 7.9 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Corvette the reliability rating is 8.3 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Corvette a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Nissan 370Z.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Nissan 370Z’s base engine makes 332 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Corvette base engine makes 490 horsepower. The 370Z is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The Corvette is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles.This gives the Nissan 370Z the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Corvette the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: The Nissan 370Z and Chevrolet Corvette are comparable in regards to front shoulder room.