1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 495 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
