1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 262 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 876 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Nissan |
Model | Sprite | 350Z |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 76 L |