2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 1964 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 350Z | 1964 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | 350Z | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
