1978 Buick Regal vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 280 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Regal | 350Z |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |