1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 396 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Bluebird | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | Bluebird | Boxster |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4371 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1293 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2416 mm |