1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.

Compare all specifications:

1961 Cadillac Sixty 1973 Nissan Bluebird
Make Cadillac Nissan
Model Sixty Bluebird
Year Released 1961 1973
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6388 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 582 Nm 135 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2165 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 2510 mm


 

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