2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 1968 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Laurel 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 (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 526 kg more than 1968 Nissan Laurel. 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Laurel. (155 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 350Z | 1968 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 350Z | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1815 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
