1968 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1964 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1968 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Bluebird (62 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1964 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1964 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Nissan Bluebird (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Bluebird | 1964 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Nissan | Wartburg |
| Model | Bluebird | 311 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2460 mm |
