1970 Ford Taunus vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z

To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1970 Ford Taunus. (81 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 670 kg more than 1970 Ford Taunus. 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Taunus. (126 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Taunus.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Taunus 2009 Nissan 350Z
Make Ford Nissan
Model Taunus 350Z
Year Released 1970 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 81 HP 306 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 126 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 2700 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.6 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 66 mm 83.6 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1040 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 76 L


 

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