1976 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 320 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Bluebird | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Bluebird | 356 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
