1967 AC 428 vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1967 AC 428 is newer by 4 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 523 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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | 428 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |