1974 Holden Torana vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 38 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 368 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Torana. (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Torana | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4143 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
