2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 1964 Simca Ariane
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca Ariane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca Ariane would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1964 Simca Ariane. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1964 Simca Ariane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 436 kg more than 1964 Simca Ariane. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Simca Ariane. (90 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Simca Ariane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 1964 Simca Ariane | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | 350Z | Ariane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
