1964 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 48 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 1440 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Nissan | Lexus |
| Model | Bluebird | GX |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| 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 | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2789 mm |
