2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 1985 Reliant SE6
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Reliant SE6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Reliant SE6 would be higher. At 3,489 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1985 Reliant SE6. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1985 Reliant SE6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 286 kg more than 1985 Reliant SE6. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Reliant SE6. (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Reliant SE6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 1985 Reliant SE6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Reliant |
| Model | 350Z | SE6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2994 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
