1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C 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 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C weights approximately 504 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 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Nissan | McLaren |
| Model | Bluebird | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
