1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 220 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (922 Nm) has 806 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Bluebird | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 922 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2280 mm |
