1972 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 41 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 814 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | Bluebird | XF |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2909 mm |
