1973 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 39 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (800 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 665 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1973 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1973 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Audi A8 | |
Make | Nissan | Audi |
Model | Bluebird | A8 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4134 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5136 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2992 mm |