1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 vs. 1976 Datsun 260Z
To start off, both 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 and 1976 Datsun 260Z were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,389 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 (339 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1976 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4.
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. 1976 Datsun 260Z has automatic transmission and 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 has manual transmission. 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Datsun 260Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 365 GT4 | 1976 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Datsun |
| Model | 365 GT4 | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4389 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2581 mm |
