1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1678 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Daimler | Nissan |
| Model | DE 36 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2510 mm |
