1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1954 Porsche 356
To start off, 1970 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 150 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 1954 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Bluebird | 356 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2110 mm |
