1975 Pontiac Firebird vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, both 1975 Pontiac Firebird 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 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Pontiac Firebird (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1975 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 250 kg more than 1975 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. 1975 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 1975 Datsun 260Z has manual transmission. 1975 Datsun 260Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Pontiac Firebird | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Pontiac | Datsun |
| Model | Firebird | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7467 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2581 mm |
