2003 Nissan 350Z vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 724 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (371 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan 350Z | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 350Z | 8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 371 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |
