1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1971 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 1971 Datsun 240Z is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Datsun 240Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Datsun 240Z (151 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Datsun 240Z should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Datsun 240Z weights approximately 138 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 1971 Datsun 240Z (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Datsun 240Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. 1971 Datsun 240Z has automatic transmission and 1966 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 1966 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Datsun 240Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 1971 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Datsun |
| Model | GT | 240Z |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2300 mm |
