1973 Ferrari 312 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, both 1973 Ferrari 312 and 1973 Nissan Bluebird were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,991 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 312 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 312 (478 HP @ 12500 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 312 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 355 kg more than 1973 Ferrari 312.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Ferrari 312 | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 312 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 478 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 12500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 910 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |