1966 Jaguar MK X 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 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 941 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jaguar MK X | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | MK X | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
