1973 Nissan Fairlady 240Z Safari
The Fairlady Z (S30) was launched as the 2000 series in November 1969. Two years later in November 1971, the 240Z was added to the domestic lineup (it had previously only been available as a North American export model). Offering high power and superior maneuverability, the 240Z did well in overseas rallies, coming in 1st overall in the 1971 and 1973 Safari Rally. This commemorative car is the No.1 car that won in 1973, driven by S. Mehta and Lofty Drews.
In Detail
| type | Racing Car |
| built at | Japan |
| engine | L24 Inline-6 |
| position | Front, Longitudinal |
| fuel feed | 3 Solex 44PHH Carburetors |
| displacement | 2497 cc / 152.38 in³ |
| power | 165 kw / 221.3 bhp @ 7200 rpm |
| specific output | 88.63 bhp per litre |
| bhp/weight | 201.18 bhp per tonne |
| torque | 250 nm / 184.4 ft lbs @ 4800 rpm |
| body / frame | 5-Speed Manual |
| front tires | FR70-14 |
| rear tires | FR70-14 |
| front brakes | Discs |
| rear brakes | Drums |
| f suspension | MacPherson Struts |
| r suspension | MacPherson Struts |
| curb weight | 1100 kg / 2426 lbs |
| wheelbase | 2305 mm / 90.7 in |
| front track | 1355 mm / 53.3 in |
| rear track | 1345 mm / 53.0 in |
| length | 4115 mm / 162.0 in |
| width | 1630 mm / 64.2 in |
| height | 1305 mm / 51.4 in |
| fuel capacity | 100 litres or 26.40 gal. |
