1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1993 Porsche 911 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 465 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.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Bluebird | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2280 mm |
