2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1962 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 620 kg more than 1962 Skoda Octavia. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Skoda Octavia. (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 1962 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Nissan | Skoda |
| Model | 350Z | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 38 L |
