1960 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1986 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1304 kg more than 1986 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, 1960 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Bluebird. (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chrysler Imperial | 1986 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Imperial | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2560 mm |
