1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 703 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (373 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 40 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 76 L |