1966 Renault 8 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 829 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 8 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Renault | Nissan |
| Model | 8 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
