1973 Ford Maverick vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1973 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1973 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 354 kg more than 1973 Ford Maverick. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Ford Maverick. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Ford Maverick | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Maverick | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
