1958 Alvis TD vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alvis TD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alvis TD would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Alvis | Nissan |
Model | TD | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |