1987 Ferrari F40 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1987 Ferrari F40 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,936 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 174 kg more than 1971 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, 1987 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari F40 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F40 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2936 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2430 mm |
