1977 Holden GTS vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 235 kg more than 1977 Holden GTS. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | GTS | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
