1963 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 50 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (355 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1479 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Nissan | GMC |
| Model | Bluebird | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3645 mm |
