1969 Dodge Coronet vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Dodge Coronet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Dodge Coronet 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 189 more horse power than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Dodge Coronet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 218 kg more than 1969 Dodge Coronet. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Dodge Coronet. (292 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Dodge Coronet. 2012 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 1969 Dodge Coronet has manual transmission. 1969 Dodge Coronet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Coronet | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Coronet | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3690 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
