1982 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP) has 339 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 631 kg more than 1982 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has automatic transmission and 1982 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1982 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Nissan | Aston Martin |
| Model | Bluebird | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2601 mm |
