1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 918 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 750 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |