1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP) has 251 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1980 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | DB4 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2530 mm |
