1985 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 157 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice. (346 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Caprice | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 332 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
