2003 Nissan 350Z vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 790 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. 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 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan 350Z | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
