1978 Nissan 260 ZX vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan 260 ZX would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 626 more horse power than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saleen S7 weights approximately 87 kg more than 1978 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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 759 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Nissan 260 ZX | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Nissan | Saleen |
| Model | 260 ZX | S7 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2692 mm |
