1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1975 Datsun 260Z is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 160 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Ford Falcon | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Ford | Datsun |
Model | Falcon | 260Z |
Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 326 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2581 mm |