1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 340 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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 (372 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 60 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 287 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
