308 vs Datsun 240Z
Peugeot · Nissan
1/4 Mile winner
Datsun 240Z
Beats the 308 by 0.04s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Datsun 240Z beats the 308 by a hair, finishing 0.04 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Datsun 240Z thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
130 hp
151 hp
0–100 km/h
8s
8s
Top speed
200 km/h
210 km/h
Engine
Inline-4
2.4L Inline-6
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
230 Nm
198 Nm
Price
$28,000
$45,000
Simulated race times
Distance
308
Datsun 240Z
100 m
7.106s
7.138s
1/8 mile
10.521s
10.540s
1/4 mile
15.856s
15.819s
1 km
28.571s
28.254s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 308 is $28,000 vs $45,000 for the Datsun 240Z — a $17,000 gap. Power: Datsun 240Z makes 21 hp more (130 vs 151). Top speed: Datsun 240Z runs to 210 km/h, 10 km/h higher than 308.
FAQ
Which is faster, the 308 or the Datsun 240Z?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Datsun 240Z is faster, beating the 308 by 0.04 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 308 vs the Datsun 240Z?
The 308 hits 100 km/h in 8 seconds, while the Datsun 240Z does it in 8 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 308 produces 130 hp; the Datsun 240Z produces 151 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 308 tops out at 200 km/h, and the Datsun 240Z reaches 210 km/h.
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