1994 Lexus GS vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1994 Lexus GS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Lexus GS weights approximately 765 kg more than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Lexus GS (275 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. 1994 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1972 Nissan Bluebird has manual transmission. 1972 Nissan Bluebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lexus GS | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | GS | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
