1973 Innocenti J4 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 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Innocenti J4 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 276 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 698 kg more than 1973 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan 370Z 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 2012 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Innocenti J4, 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Innocenti J4 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | J4 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
