2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 926 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | 350Z | 10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
