1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (101 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. (192 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Camaro | 350Z |
Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2835 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 372 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |