1977 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1977 Datsun 260Z
To start off, both 1977 Mercedes-Benz S and 1977 Datsun 260Z were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,745 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Datsun 260Z (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Datsun 260Z should accelerate faster than 1977 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 410 kg more than 1977 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 Mercedes-Benz S (223 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mercedes-Benz S | 1977 Datsun 260Z | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Datsun |
Model | S | 260Z |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2745 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2581 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |