Every generation of the Z, with its specifications and photographs.
Model years1970-1973
Mr. Katayama's vision was realized with the arrival of the 1970 240Z in the U.S. on October 22, 1969. Nissan chose the 240 designation to reflect the car's 2.4-Liter six-cylinder engine; the Z was selected because it represented the ultimate, the "last word" in sports cars. Several factors led to its instant popularity: an attractive body design, strong performance (150 horsepower and a 0-60 time of under nine seconds), a front and rear suspension that gave the car exceptional cornering ability, and perhaps most impressive of all, a sticker price of only $3,526. There was simply no other vehicle on the market that offered the 240Z's combination of styling, performance, comfort and price. As a result, demand for the car skyrocketed.
| Specification | All years |
|---|---|
| Overview | |
| Internal name | S30 |
| Price | $3,526 |
| Engine | |
| Engine type | 6 - cylinder inline |
| Valve gear | Single Overhead Cam |
| Fuel system | Mechanical fuel pump, twin Hitachi HJG 46W 1.75 in. SU-type carburettors |
| Performance | |
| Horsepower | 151bhp @ 5,600 rpm (SAE gross) |
| Torque | 146lb ft @ 4,400 rpm (SAE gross) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual or 4-speed manual |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 90.7 in. |
| Length | 162.8 in. |
| Weight | 2,355 lbs. |
