1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 220 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
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, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (152 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1983 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
