1986 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,489 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 334 kg more than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75. (230 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | 75 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1779 cc | 3489 cc |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |