1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 70 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1252 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 76 L |
