1973 Mazda 818 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 695 kg more than 1973 Mazda 818. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 818 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | 818 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1270 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2660 mm |
