1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 90 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 354 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |