1979 De Tomaso Deauville vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 980 kg more than 1966 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, 1979 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1979 De Tomaso Deauville | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
Model | Deauville | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1979 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |