2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1970 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 AC 428. 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z. 1970 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | Nissan | AC |
| Model | 350Z | 428 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
