2004 Nissan 350Z vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 476 kg more than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan 350Z | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Nissan | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 350Z | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1459 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3230 mm |
