1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 388 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 227 kg more than 1966 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Camaro | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |
