2001 Ferrari 360 vs. 1978 Nissan 260 ZX
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 23 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. (124 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 530 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (375 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan 260 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ferrari 360 | 1978 Nissan 260 ZX | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 360 | 260 ZX |
Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3586 cc | 2565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 190 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |