2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT 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 251 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT.
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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 350Z | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | 350Z | GT |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |
