1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1949 Rover P4
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,102 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Bluebird (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1949 Rover P4. (74 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1949 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Rover P4 weights approximately 496 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1949 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1949 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Bluebird | P4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
