1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1982 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP) has 269 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 40 kg more than 1970 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, 1982 Nissan Bluebird (121 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1982 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2530 mm |
