1978 Datsun 260Z vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT

To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1978 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 440 kg more than 1978 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Datsun 260Z.

Compare all specifications:

1978 Datsun 260Z 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
Make Datsun Maserati
Model 260Z 3200 GT
Year Released 1978 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2565 cc 3217 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 163 HP 365 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 213 Nm 491 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 80.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1100 kg 1540 kg
Vehicle Length 4135 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2670 mm


 

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