2011 Nissan 370Z vs. 1976 Ford Taunus
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1976 Ford Taunus. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 517 kg more than 1976 Ford Taunus. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Taunus. (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Taunus. 1976 Ford Taunus 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. 1976 Ford Taunus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan 370Z | 1976 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | 370Z | Taunus |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1573 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4247 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1326 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
