1971 AC 428 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1971 AC 428 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 464 kg more than 1964 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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | 428 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
