1965 Lancia Flaminia 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 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1965 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 220 kg more than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
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 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Lancia | Datsun |
| Model | Flaminia | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2581 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |
