1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (365 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 790 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 1970 Pontiac GTO. 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Bluebird | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Bluebird | GTO |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
