1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1963 Porsche 356
To start off, 1972 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Porsche 356 (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Porsche 356 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1972 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, 1963 Porsche 356 (126 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1963 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Bluebird | 356 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2110 mm |
