1996 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1034 kg more than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin Virage | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Virage | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
