1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 343 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Biscayne | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
