1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1976 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1976 Datsun 260Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (88 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 50 kg more than 1976 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, 1976 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (167 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ford Zephyr | 1976 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Ford | Datsun |
Model | Zephyr | 260Z |
Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2581 mm |