1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1978 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 1978 Datsun 280Z is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (336 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1978 Datsun 280Z. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1978 Datsun 280Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 390 kg more than 1978 Datsun 280Z. 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, 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1978 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Datsun |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | 280Z |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 336 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2304 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 60 L |
