2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1965 Steyr 650T. 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | 350Z | 650T |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1850 mm |
