1965 Ferrari 250 LM vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 260Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1975 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 250 kg more than 1965 Ferrari 250 LM.
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, 1965 Ferrari 250 LM (313 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ferrari 250 LM | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Datsun |
| Model | 250 LM | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3286 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |
