1970 Dodge Dart vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1970 Dodge Dart. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Dodge Dart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 144 kg more than 1970 Dodge Dart. 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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Dodge Dart. (217 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Dodge Dart.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Dodge Dart | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Dart | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3249 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
