1980 Audi Sport vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 578 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport. 2012 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Audi Sport | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | Sport | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2133 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
