2012 Nissan 370Z vs. 1977 Toyota Crown
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Crown. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 173 kg more than 1977 Toyota Crown. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Crown. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Crown. 1977 Toyota Crown has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Toyota Crown will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan 370Z | 1977 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 370Z | Crown |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4247 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1326 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
