1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 29 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 270 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bluebird | W12 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 590 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
