1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 18 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 890 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
