1974 Datsun 260Z vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1974 Datsun 260Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1974 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1974 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 440 kg more than 1974 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Datsun 260Z | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
| Make | Datsun | Ferrari |
| Model | 260Z | 500 Superfast |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 4963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4135 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
