1980 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Bluebird | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Bluebird | 911 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 473 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |
