1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 644 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford GT 40 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | GT 40 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 366 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 72 L |