1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 255 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | S8 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
