1969 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1980 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1980 Nissan Laurel is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 460 kg more than 1969 Bizzarrini GT.
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, 1969 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Laurel. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Laurel. 1980 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1969 Bizzarrini GT has manual transmission. 1969 Bizzarrini GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Bizzarrini GT | 1980 Nissan Laurel | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Laurel |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |
