1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1967 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 TVR Tuscan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 TVR Tuscan would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 TVR Tuscan (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1967 TVR Tuscan (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Bluebird | 1967 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Bluebird | Tuscan |
Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4727 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |