1972 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1972 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan 350Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Honda Civic | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1169 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2660 mm |
