Z RZ34
The Nissan Z RZ34 features twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter VR30DDTT 60-degree V6 engine producing 400 horsepower (298 kW) at 6400 RPM with 350 pound-feet (475 Newton-meters) torque at 1600-5600 RPM through six-speed manual or nine-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel-drive with optional Nismo variant producing 420 horsepower (313 kW) with 384 pound-feet (521 Newton-meters) torque through enhanced wastegate, improved ignition timing, and upgraded cooling systems achieving 4.9-second 0-60 mph acceleration and 13.5-second quarter-mile. The sports coupe incorporates aluminum-intensive body construction, independent double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension, Brembo braking system, electronic limited-slip differential, and contemporary technology including digital instrument cluster, touchscreen infotainment, and advanced driver assistance systems maintaining traditional sports car proportions with long hood and fastback roofline.
Z RZ34 generation launched 2023 represents Nissan revival of legendary Z-car nameplate following six-year production hiatus after 370Z featuring retro-modern design language combining classic 240Z and 300ZX styling cues with contemporary proportions utilizing modified FM platform shared with Infiniti Q60 featuring VR30 twin-turbocharged V6 originally developed for Infiniti Red Sport 400 models competing against Toyota Supra and BMW Z4 targeting enthusiast buyers seeking affordable rear-wheel-drive sports coupe with genuine performance credentials and manual transmission availability demonstrating Nissan commitment maintaining sports car heritage despite industry shift toward crossovers and electrification with accessible pricing strategy and comprehensive performance package options establishing seventh-generation Z as compelling alternative to German and domestic sports car competitors.