2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 1963 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1963 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1963 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 1014 kg more than 1963 Steyr 700C. 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 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Steyr 700C. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 370Z | 1963 Steyr 700C | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | 370Z | 700C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 1950 mm |
