1961 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 52 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Boxter weights approximately 385 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Bluebird | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1282 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2475 mm |
