1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 121 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Avanti | Nissan |
| Model | Avanti | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 6568 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
