{"id":834055,"date":"2024-03-25T18:40:22","date_gmt":"2024-03-25T18:40:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/?page_id=834055"},"modified":"2024-03-25T21:00:44","modified_gmt":"2024-03-25T21:00:44","slug":"datsun-240z-260z-280z","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/all-brands\/nissan\/datsun-240z-260z-280z\/","title":{"rendered":"Datsun 240Z \/ 260Z \/ 280Z &#8211; The Nissan Fairlady Z (S30)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Datsun 240Z, 260Z &amp; 280Z<\/h1>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Nissan Fairlady Z (S30)<\/h2>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">1969 &#8211; 1978<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px\">The first generation Z was known as Nissan\u2019s Fairlady Z in Japan, but was introduced to the US markets in the fall of 1969 as the Datsun 240Z. This vehicle, designated by its Nissan code name, the S30 featured a 2.4 liter engine that produced 150hp with a 4 speed manual transmission. The 1st Gen Z would come to encompass the 240Z, 260Z and 280Z. Names and actual manufacturing dates for these cars varied by country but we will focus on the US market.<\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"#block-wrap-42970\" rel=\"\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px\">Overview<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 18px\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"#block-wrap-42128\" rel=\"\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px\">Featured<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 18px\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"#block-wrap-35070\" rel=\"\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px\">The Differences<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 18px\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"#block-wrap-38340\" rel=\"\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px\">Models In-Depth<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 18px\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"#block-wrap-81353\" rel=\"\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px\">Image Gallery<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-size: 18px\"> \/ <\/span><a href=\"#block-wrap-80739\" rel=\"\"><span style=\"font-size: 18px\">More Updates<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Datsun-240Z.webp\"><\/p>\n<p>&#8220;The Datsun 240Z is the most exciting GT car to hit the U.S. market since the Cobra.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><small>&lt;p&gt;Brock Yates (Car and Driver Magazine)&lt;\/p&gt;<\/small><\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">What&#8217;s Are The Differences Between the 240Z, 260Z &amp; 280Z?<\/h1>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18px\">The Datsun 240Z, 260Z, and 280Z represent a progression in the evolution of Nissan&#8217;s Z-car line, introduced in the late 1960s and continuing through the late 1970s. Each model introduced changes and improvements over its predecessor, primarily in engine size, power, and emissions equipment, along with various cosmetic and feature updates. The Datsun 240Z came first (1970-1973), it was powered by a 2.4-liter L24 inline-6 engine, featuring dual Hitachi SU-type carburetors. It originally produced around 151 hp in the United States. Almost immediately, the 240Z was revered for its balance of performance, style, and affordability. It had a relatively simple interior with a focus on sports driving. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18px\">The shortlived Datsun 260Z was next (1974), introducing a larger 2.6-liter L26 inline-6 engine to improve power, but also hampered by stricter emissions regulations that hindered performance. The U.S. models came with single 4-barrel carburetors instead of the dual carb setup found in the 240Z. Overall, power saw a slight increase over the 240Z, but emissions controls in the U.S. essentially negated these gains. The 260Z was offered in both 2-seater and 2+2 configurations, with the 2+2 model having a slightly longer wheelbase to accommodate rear seats. Cosmetically, the 260Z saw minor updates to the interior and exterior, but largely maintaining the original design ethos. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 18px\">The final iteration was the Datsun 280Z (1975-1978). It was equipped with a larger 2.8-liter L28 inline-6 engine, featuring Bosch L-Jetronic electronic fuel injection in place of carburetors. This change significantly improved emissions, power, and reliability. Power was up to 170 hp in the United States, marking a noticeable improvement over its predecessors. It also introduced more luxury and comfort features, moving slightly away from the pure sports car focus of the 240Z. This included better soundproofing, upgraded interiors, and more standard equipment. Thanks to U.S safety regulations, the 280Z also got updated bumpers which slightly altered its aesthetics (for the worse). <\/span><\/p>\n<p>&#8220;The 240Z is not a copy of anything. An inordinately handsome car, it is clean, comfortable, well-finished, and mechanically excellent.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p><small>&lt;p&gt;Road &amp; Track Magazine&lt;\/p&gt;<\/small><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Datsun 240Z, 260Z &amp; 280Z Nissan Fairlady Z (S30) 1969 &#8211; 1978 The first generation Z was known as Nissan\u2019s Fairlady Z in Japan, but was introduced to the US markets in the fall of 1969 as the Datsun 240Z. This vehicle, designated by its Nissan code name, the S30 featured a 2.4 liter engine that produced 150hp with a 4 speed manual transmission. The 1st Gen Z would come to encompass the 240Z, 260Z and 280Z. 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