1966 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 260Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 81 kg more than 1966 Ford Falcon. 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, 1975 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Ford | Datsun |
| Model | Falcon | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1119 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2581 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
