2008 Nissan 350Z vs. 1974 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Fairlady 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 197 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 545 kg more than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Fairlady. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Fairlady.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan 350Z | 1974 Nissan Fairlady | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 350Z | Fairlady |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
