1962 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 260Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1975 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 285 kg more than 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO.
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, 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Datsun |
| Model | 250 GTO | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2581 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 60 L |
