1961 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (478 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 517 kg more than 1961 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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Bluebird | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
