1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ferrari F40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F40 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
