1988 Lincoln Mark VII vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 684 kg more than 1964 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 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lincoln Mark VII | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Mark VII | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
