2010 Ascari A10 vs. 1976 Datsun 280Z
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun 280Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun 280Z would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun 280Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun 280Z weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 Ascari A10.
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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Ascari A10 | 1976 Datsun 280Z | |
| Make | Ascari | Datsun |
| Model | A10 | 280Z |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 625 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4399 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1631 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2304 mm |
