1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2003 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2003 TVR Cerbera is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Cerbera (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 77 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 TVR Cerbera (457 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 2003 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Bluebird | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
