1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1960 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 251 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zephyr | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2290 mm |
