1975 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, both 1975 Mercedes-Benz E and 1975 Datsun 260Z were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Datsun 260Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 130 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, 1975 Datsun 260Z (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E. (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Datsun 260Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mercedes-Benz E | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Datsun |
Model | E | 260Z |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2581 mm |