2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1960 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1960 Toyota Corona. (29 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1960 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 570 kg more than 1960 Toyota Corona. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Toyota Corona. (65 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan 350Z | 1960 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Nissan | Toyota |
Model | 350Z | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |