1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 531 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Bluebird | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1247 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2685 mm |
