1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 34 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 990 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SSC Aero weights approximately 363 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, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1241 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | Nissan | SSC |
| Model | Bluebird | Aero |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
