1973 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Daihatsu Consorte 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 275 more horse power than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 899 kg more than 1973 Daihatsu Consorte. 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.
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1973 Daihatsu Consorte | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Daihatsu | Nissan |
Model | Consorte | 370Z |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 958 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |