1985 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 133 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 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Fairlane. (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Fairlane | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Fairlane | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1323 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
