1986 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2009 Zenvo ST1
To start off, 2009 Zenvo ST1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Zenvo ST1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,104 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 933 more horse power than 1986 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Zenvo ST1 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Zenvo ST1.
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, 2009 Zenvo ST1 (1,430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 1196 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Zenvo ST1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan 300 ZX | 2009 Zenvo ST1 | |
| Make | Nissan | Zenvo |
| Model | 300 ZX | ST1 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 1104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 1430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1376 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2041 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1198 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3055 mm |
