1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | F300 Life Jet | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2390 mm |
