1967 AC 428 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 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 283 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 578 kg more than 1970 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 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | AC | Nissan |
Model | 428 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2430 mm |