1979 Ferrari 308 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (255 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1971 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 Ferrari 308 (283 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ferrari 308 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 308 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
