1984 Marcos Mantula vs. 1976 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1984 Marcos Mantula is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Marcos Mantula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Marcos Mantula (190 HP @ 5280 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Marcos Mantula should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 260Z weights approximately 200 kg more than 1984 Marcos Mantula.
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, 1984 Marcos Mantula (299 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Marcos Mantula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Marcos Mantula | 1976 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Marcos | Datsun |
| Model | Mantula | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5280 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
