1995 Ferrari 512 M vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 630 kg more than 1971 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Ferrari 512 M 1971 Nissan Bluebird
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model 512 M Bluebird
Year Released 1995 1971
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 1595 cc
Horse Power 435 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1585 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2510 mm


 

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