1970 Honda Z vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1970 Honda Z. (37 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 917 kg more than 1970 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Honda Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda Z. (45 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Honda Z | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | GT-R |
Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 480 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 583 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |