1968 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Noble M12 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Bluebird | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Noble |
| Model | Bluebird | M12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2440 mm |
