Nissan 370Z vs. Porsche Cayman
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Nissan 370Z and Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman.
When comparing the Nissan 370Z's and the Porsche Cayman'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, interior volume and base engine power. The Porsche Cayman has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Nissan 370Z's and the Porsche Cayman's specifications and ratings, the Nissan 370Z is a better car than the Porsche Cayman.
Pricing: A used 2016 Nissan 370Z ranges from $16,944 to $33,904 while a used 2016 Porsche Cayman is priced between $38,649 to $122,627.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Nissan 370Z’s base engine makes 332 horsepower, and the Porsche Cayman base engine makes 275 horsepower. The 370Z is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 494 miles. The Cayman is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 507 miles. This gives the Porsche Cayman the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Nissan 370Z. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Nissan 370Z has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, and front shoulder room. The Porsche Cayman has the advantage in the area of cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$29,990
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Sports Cars)
$29,034
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Sports Cars)
$24,145 - $41,820
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$52,600
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$24,558
Price Range:
$16,944 - $33,904
Category Avg Price:
(Sports Cars)
$23,501
Category Avg Price Range:
(Sports Cars)
$19,861 - $26,962
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
50
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
71,081
# Good or Great Deals:
22
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$76,963
Price Range:
$38,649 - $122,627
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
42
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
30,057
# Good or Great Deals:
8
Nissan 370Z Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.3 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.5 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Porsche Cayman Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan 370Z
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
7.6
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Sports Cars)
4.3
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Sports Cars)
0.9 - 7.6
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
6.8%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Porsche Cayman
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
1.5
Category Range for Recalls:
(Sports Cars)
0.9 - 3.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Nissan 370Z Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 6Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 15Ranking
4 out of / 14Ranking
4 out of / 6Ranking
6 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 15Ranking
9 out of / 15Porsche Cayman Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Nissan 370Z Trim Levels
Not yet available
Porsche Cayman Trim Levels
Base, GT4, GTS, S
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 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:
332 hp @ 7000 rpm
Torque:
270 foot-lbs @ 5200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.101 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 7400 rpm
Torque:
213 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.095 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
342 / 494 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
20 / 30 / 24
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 507 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
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 Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
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
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
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 Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Available
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:
Available
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:
N/A
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:
38.2 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:
6.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
51.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
Not yet available
Front Shoulder Room:
51.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
15 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
48.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3292 lbs
Width:
72.6 inches
Height:
51.8 inches
Length:
167.5 inches
Wheelbase:
100.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2888 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
50.9 inches
Length:
172.2 inches
Wheelbase:
97.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/45ZR18
Exterior Colors
Black
Magnetic Black
Blue
Deep Blue Pearl
Gray
Gun Metallic
Red
Black Cherry / Magma Red / Solid Red
Silver
Brilliant Silver
White
Pearl White
Brown
Not available
Gold
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black / Jet Black Metallic
Blue
Dark Blue Metallic / Sapphire Blue Metallic
Gray
Agate Grey Metallic
Red
Carmine Red Metallic / Guards Red
Silver
GT Silver Metallic / Rhodium Silver Metallic
White
Carrara White Metallic / White
Brown
Mahogany Metallic
Gold
Lime Gold Metallic
Yellow
Racing Yellow
Interior Colors
Black
Graphite
Beige
Not available
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Luxor Beige
Beige
Luxor Beige
Blue
Yachting Blue
Brown
Espresso
Gray
Agate Grey / Agate Grey/Amber Orange / Agate Grey/Lime Gold / Agate Grey/Orange Amber / Agate Grey/Pebble Grey / Platinum Grey
Red
Garnet Red
