2012 Nissan 370Z vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe 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 261 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (71 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 643 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan 370Z is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan 370Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Coupe. (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Nissan 370Z | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | 370Z | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4247 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1849 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1326 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
