1970 Mazda RX-2 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda RX-2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda RX-2 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda RX-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 750 kg more than 1970 Mazda RX-2. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda RX-2. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda RX-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda RX-2 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-2 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
