1969 Ford Capri vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1969 Ford Capri. (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 594 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Capri. (141 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Capri | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Capri | 370Z |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
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 | 984 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 72 L |