1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus vs. 1978 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1978 Datsun 260Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (104 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 275 kg more than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 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, 1978 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. (174 Nm @ 3350 RPM). This means 1978 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus. 1978 Datsun 260Z has automatic transmission and 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus has manual transmission. 1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Datsun 260Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Morgan Plus 4 Plus | 1978 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Morgan | Datsun |
Model | Plus 4 Plus | 260Z |
Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2138 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3350 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |