1970 Ford 12 M 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 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M 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 (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 613 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. 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 (359 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 12 M | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
