1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 349 kg more than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | 2-Litre | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
