1977 Ford LTD vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1977 Ford LTD. (296 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford LTD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Ford LTD weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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, 1977 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1977 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z. 1977 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford LTD | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | LTD | 370Z |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |