1959 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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 (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 1043 kg more than 1959 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 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 750. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 750. 2012 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 750 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 750 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
