1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP) has 314 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 525 kg more than 1971 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 500 Superfast | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4963 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
