1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1996 TVR Cerbera is newer by 24 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 198 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, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Nissan | TVR |
| Model | Bluebird | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
