2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 1977 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Laurel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Laurel would be higher. At 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (129 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
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 (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Laurel. (221 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 370Z | 1977 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | 370Z | Laurel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
