1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 953 kg more than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | Bluebird | CTS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2880 mm |
