2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1967 TVR Tuscan. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1967 TVR Tuscan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 686 kg more than 1967 TVR Tuscan. 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, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | 350Z | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
