2003 Nissan 350Z vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 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 153 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (130 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 229 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. 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 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Peugeot 505. (185 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan 350Z | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | 350Z | 505 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 283 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 89 mm |
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 | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |