1963 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1440 kg more than 1963 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Nissan Bluebird | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Bluebird | E-150 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1189 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2093 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3505 mm |