1969 Ford Mustang vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 260Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1969 Ford Mustang. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Mustang weights approximately 316 kg more than 1975 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, 1969 Ford Mustang (257 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Ford Mustang | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Ford | Datsun |
Model | Mustang | 260Z |
Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |