1997 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1997 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 255 kg more than 1997 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Donkervoort D8 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2430 mm |
