1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP) has 216 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 713 kg more than 1968 Austin A 60. 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | A 60 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
