1971 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 715 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant. (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Galant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Galant | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Galant | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
