1963 AC Cobra vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 140 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | Cobra | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
