1967 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1978 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1978 Datsun 260Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1967 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1978 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 410 kg more than 1978 Datsun 260Z. 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ferrari 365 GT | 1978 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Datsun |
| Model | 365 GT | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2581 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
