1977 Buick Electra vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1977 Buick Electra is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 585 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, 1977 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Buick | Datsun |
Model | Electra | 260Z |
Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2581 mm |