2012 Toyota Sequoia vs. 1975 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 37 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1975 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1650 kg more than 1975 Datsun 260Z. 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Sequoia | 1975 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | Toyota | Datsun |
| Model | Sequoia | 260Z |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1975 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2750 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1956 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3099 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |
