1985 Toyota Model F vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Toyota Model F 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 253 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Model F. (79 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 269 kg more than 1985 Toyota Model F. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Model F. 2012 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 1985 Toyota Model F has manual transmission. 1985 Toyota Model F 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:
| 1985 Toyota Model F | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Model F | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
