Before we dive into the comparison, let’s discuss where Nissan and Toyota stand as automakers.
Toyota
Toyota, established in 1937, is a leading global automotive manufacturer known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and innovation. Offering a diverse lineup that includes hybrid and electric vehicles, Toyota models like the Corolla, Camry, and Land Cruiser have become benchmarks in their respective segments. Emphasizing quality and customer satisfaction, Toyota continues to pioneer technologies like hybrid powertrains, making it a popular choice worldwide for dependable and eco-friendly vehicles.
Nissan
Nissan, a Japanese automaker founded in 1933, is renowned for producing a wide range of vehicles, from compact cars to high-performance SUVs. Known for innovation, Nissan incorporates advanced technology like ProPILOT Assist for enhanced safety and driving comfort. Its iconic models, such as the Nissan Altima, Patrol, and GT-R, reflect a commitment to quality and performance, making Nissan a popular choice for both everyday drivers and automotive enthusiasts.
Nissan Z vs Toyota Supra: Editors POV
The current starting price of the Nissan Z is around AED 215,900, and that of the new Toyota Supra 3.0 is AED 214,900. So both of these cars fall in the same price range. The Nissan Z has been praised by enthusiasts all around the world, while the new Toyota Supra is ridiculed for being a BMW at heart. Although the Supra is no less of a sportscar than the Nissan Z, it’s all about public opinion. Despite being disliked by many, not everyone hates the Supra, and a lot of people actually love the new Supra because It’s a Supra. I mean, what’s not to love? Apart from the fact that it’s a BMW. Let’s discuss which car is better and why.
Performance specs
Let’s have a look at the performance figures of these hot sportscars.
| Specs | Nissan Z | Toyota Supra |
| Engine | V6 | Inline-6 |
| Forced induction | Twin Turbo | Twin Turbo |
| Transmission | 9-speed AT/ 6-Speed MT | 8-speed AT/ 6-Speed MT |
| Displacement | 3000cc | 3000cc |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| Horsepower | 400 hp | 382 hp |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Weight | 1890 Kg | 1815 Kg |
| 0-100 km/h | 4.3 sec | 4.1 sec |
| Top Speed | 265 km/h | 250 km/h |
Performance-wise, both of these sports cars are similar. The BMW, I mean the Supra, is faster. That’s because the Supra is somewhat lighter than the Z and has more torque. But the Z beats the Supra in top speed because although it doesn’t have a lot of torque, it has more horsepower than the Supra.
Interior
Let’s compare the insides of these Japanese sports cars;
| Specs | Toyota Supra | Nissan Z |
| Seats | Alcantara | Leather |
| Paddle shifters | Yes | Optional |
| Wireless charging | Optional | Optional |
| Boot capacity | 289 liters | 195.4 liters |
| Sound System | 12 JBL speakers | Optional Bose sound system |
| Multimedia Display | 8” Widescreen | 12.3” digital dashboard |
| Apple Carplay and Android Auto | Yes | Yes |
This explains the difference between the two cars. The Supra is more comfortable and luxurious than the Nissan Z, but the Supra’s multimedia screen is relatively small compared to the Nissan Z’s 12.3”. However, the Supra comes with the JBL sound system as standard, while the Z only comes with a simple sound system.
Safety
Let’s have a look at the safety and driver assistance features of these hot sports cars;
| Specs | Toyota Supra | Nissan Z |
| Airbags | 8 | 6 |
| ADAS | Optional | Optional |
| 360 Camera | Unavailable | Unavailable |
| Emergency braking | Yes | Optional |
| Tire Pressure Monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive | Yes |
| Collision warning | Yes | Yes |
| Lane Departure warning | Yes | Yes |
| Blind spot monitor | Yes | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic alert | Optional | Yes |
That sums up the Supra vs. Z conflict. Although their performance is closely matched, their interiors are quite different. Still, these cars are currently Japan’s A-game after the Nissan GT-R and are dominating the world by the minute. There is a cult following for JDM cars, and to them, these cars may be better than a Porsche 911. We hope you liked this comparison. Let us know in the comments which of these cars would be your choice.