2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 262 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 670 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 350Z | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
