1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 455 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Nissan Bluebird | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Bluebird | 911 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2360 mm |