1983 Ford Mustang vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1983 Ford Mustang. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 300 kg more than 1983 Ford Mustang. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Mustang. (278 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Ford Mustang | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | 370Z |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1278 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2550 mm |