1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 650 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 2200 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Abarth | Nissan |
Model | 2200 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2161 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |