1983 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1967 AC Cobra
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 123 kg more than 1967 AC Cobra.
Because 1967 AC Cobra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Bluebird | 1967 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Nissan | AC |
| Model | Bluebird | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 6997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2290 mm |
