1968 Ford 17 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 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 (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 438 kg more than 1968 Ford 17. 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 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford 17. (201 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | 17 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2550 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 72 L |