1970 Fiat Dino 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 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 130 kg more than 1970 Fiat Dino. 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 (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Dino | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2416 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
