1967 Porsche 912 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1967 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 606 kg more than 1967 Porsche 912. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Porsche 912 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Porsche | Nissan |
| Model | 912 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
