1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden Kingswood. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 119 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood. 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden Kingswood. (326 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Kingswood | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4550 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2540 mm |
