2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 1970 Triumph GT6
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Triumph GT6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Triumph GT6 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 202 more horse power than 1970 Triumph GT6. (104 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Triumph GT6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 622 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6. 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 (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Triumph GT6. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Triumph GT6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 1970 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | 350Z | GT6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
