1976 Holden Torana vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Torana would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana.
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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
