1976 Holden Torana vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 370Z (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 370Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Torana | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1860 mm |
