1969 Ferrari Dino vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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 Ferrari Dino (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. 1985 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ferrari Dino | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
