1974 Holden Torana vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 4,143 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
