1995 McLaren F1 LM vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP) has 579 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 LM weights approximately 62 kg more than 1980 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 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 McLaren F1 LM | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | McLaren | Nissan |
| Model | F1 LM | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2530 mm |
