1976 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (325 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1571 kg more than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. 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, 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. (189 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan 260 ZX. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche has automatic transmission and 1976 Nissan 260 ZX has manual transmission. 1976 Nissan 260 ZX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan 260 ZX | 1999 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Nissan | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 260 ZX | Corniche |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |
