1970 Opel Record vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Record. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Record would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Opel Record. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 544 kg more than 1970 Opel Record. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel Record. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Opel Record | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Opel | Nissan |
| Model | Record | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
