1991 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1991 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 545 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ferrari Mondial | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
