1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1963 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | 380 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3818 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2390 mm |
