1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | V8 Vantage | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |