1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 738 kg more than 1964 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 Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Bluebird | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | Bluebird | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1189 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2838 mm |
