1966 Holden HD vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Holden HD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Holden HD would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1966 Holden HD. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1966 Holden HD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 297 kg more than 1966 Holden HD. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Holden HD. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Holden HD.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Holden HD | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | HD | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |
