1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 (215 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1967 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 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 380 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |
