1975 Nissan Silvia vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 503 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 1975 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Silvia | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Silvia | Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
