1960 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2012 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 52 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 1005 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.
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, 2012 Subaru Tribeca (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Bluebird | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4864 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2748 mm |