1968 Opel GT vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT 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 244 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 608 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Opel GT | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | GT | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
