1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 551 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 1300, 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
