1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (297 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300.
Because 2007 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 2007 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
