2011 Nissan 370Z vs. 1974 Holden Torana
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Torana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Torana would be higher. At 5,044 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Torana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Holden Torana. (239 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 363 kg more than 1974 Holden Torana. 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, 1974 Holden Torana (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z. 1974 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan 370Z | 1974 Holden Torana | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | 370Z | Torana |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4247 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1326 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
