1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 44 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 3,489 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 30 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | A 90 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3489 cc |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |