1975 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 755 kg more than 1975 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Bluebird | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Bluebird | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
