Nissan Z Cars

The Z-Series began in late 1969 (for the 1970 model year) with the Nissan Fairlady Z in Japan and the Datsun 240Z in the US. Its introduction was the culmination of 3 years of research and design that successfully looked to create a modern-styled, two-seater 6-cylinder coupe for the North American market.

Launching in 1969, the Fairlady Z premiered the first generation of Z Cars. Also known as Datsun 240Z or "Z-car", the FairladyZ was  manufactured for 9 years, as a representative car of Nissan all over the world. It sold more than 520,000 units,  a record for sports cars within a single model.

The 1970 Datsun 240Z (a.k.a. the Nissan S30 or Fairlady Z) reached American soil in high demand circa 1969. Part of the first generation of Z-Cars, the 240Z brought with it a win in the 19th East-African Safari Rally.

A second generation Z (S130), was launched in 1978 as a 1979 model year. The new interior and exterior styling of the Datsun 280ZX attracted much interest and offered a higher level of luxury to meet the growing demands of the sports car customer. The 280ZX offered four wheel disc brakes, a 2+2 model, a Turbo model and the first offering of T-tops on a Z.

The Fairlady Z evolved into the third generation Z31 in 1983. 300ZX was introduced to American markets in 1983 and produced through to 1989. This third-generation Z-Car (Z31) brought with it standard air conditioning, leather upholstery, and offered an affordable entry point for sports car enthusiasts similar to its’ predecessors. The hottest topic was newly designed turbo V6 engine.  The winning car of the 1985 All Japan Rally Championships, it was an outright sales success for Nissan.

The fourth generation Fairlady Z (Z32) or known as the Nissan 300ZX, was released in 1989. It was both bold and beautiful with its wide, low-proportioned styling, distinctive front  end featuring headlights slanted at over 60 degrees, a lively silhouette, and the short overhang that accentuated its excellent maneuverability and increased performance.

The Nissan 350Z, a two-door, two-seater sports car, kicked off production for the  fifth generation of Nissan Z-Cars 2002 and ended the 6-year production hiatus in the US. 350Z, with its’ sleek redesign of 240Z DNA, helped rejuvenate the Nissan market presence going into the latter half of the decade. 

In production from 2009 to present, the 2010 Nissan 370Z coupe was a staple of the Nissan vehicle lineup. Built with a V6 engine and an available 7-speed automatic transmission, exquisite performance has been jam-packed into its sleek and refined aerodynamic frame. What is next for the Nissan Z? 

The Nissan 370Z roadster was noted for it's outstanding performance during the independent media group's annual "Topless in Miami" event. The Nissan 370Z was noted for its styling, ease of its convertible top operation, quietness and performance. More than two dozen vehicles were included in the annual event, in which vehicles are judged in various categories. The 370Z Roadster convertible was produced for nearly 10 years.

The 2025 Nissan Z serves up classic sports car proportions of a long hood and a short rear deck. Staying true to its performance roots, and  iconic Z styling elements, it creates a complete modern design That's not all, the Nissan Z has a powerful 6-cylinder under the hood; a Front Midship, and a rear-wheel-drive design that places the engine farther back in the chassis for enhanced balance.

Transmission: 4-speed manual 
Suspension: Strut (front & rear)
Engine Max. torque: 177Nm (18kgm)/5,600rpm
Braking: Front disc/Rear drum
Curb Weight: 2,292 lbs.
Length: 162.0 in.
Wheelbase: 90.7 in.
Height: 50.7in.
Width: 64.2 in.

Transmission: 4-speed manual (3-speed automatic optional)
Horsepower: 150 @ 6000 rpm
Torque: 148 pound-feet @ 4400 rpm
Engine: single-overhead-cam inline-6
Curb Weight: 2,238 lbs.
Length: 162.8 in.
Wheelbase: 90.7 in.

Transmission: manual 5-speed gearbox
Suspension (front, rear): Strut, semi trailing-arm
Horsepower: 135-hp
Torque: 144 lb-ft
Engine: Nissan L28 gasoline (petrol) 2,753cc
Curb Weight: 2,936 lbs.
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
Wheelbase: 99.2 in.
Hatchback coupe

Suspension (front, rear): Strut, semi trailing-arm
Engine Max. torque: 333Nm (34kgm)/3,600rpm
Engine: VG30ET (V6, OHC), 2,960cc
Curb Weight: 2921 lbs.
Drivetrain: Rear-wheel Drive
Wheelbase: 91.3 in.
Length: 170.6 in.
Width: 67.9 in.
Height: 50.9 in. [[258]]

Suspension (front, rear): Multilink
Engine Max. torque: 388Nm (39.6kgm)/3,600rpm
Engine: VG30DET (V6, DOHC), 2,960cc
Curb Weight: 3461.3 lbs.
Transmission: 5-speed MT
Wheelbase: 101.2 in.
Length: 178.1 in.
Width: 70.8 in.
Height: 59.4 in.

Transmission: 6-speed close-ratio manual
Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive
Horsepower: 287 hp
Torque: 274 ft-lbs.
Brakes (front/rear): Disc
Curb Weight: 3,197 lbs.
Length: 169.60 in.
Wheelbase: 104.30 in.
Height: 51.90 in.
Width: 71.50 in.

Engine: 3.7-liter DOHC 24-valve V6
Horsepower: 332 HP
Torque: 270 lb-ft
Brakes (front/back): vented discs
Curb Weight: 3,494 Lbs.

Engine: 3.7-L DOHC 24-Valve V6 Aluminum Alloy
Horsepower: 332 HP
Torque: 270 lb-ft
Brakes (front/back): vented disc
Interior Volume: 51.6 cu. Ft.
Curb Weight: 3333 lbs.