2011 Ford F-250 vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-250 | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Ford | Datsun |
| Model | F-250 | 260Z |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 2581 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
