1954 Buick 40 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (148 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 645 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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | 40 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1030 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2510 mm |
