2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504D would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 360 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 504D. 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 (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 504D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | 350Z | 504D |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2112 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
