1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage weights approximately 624 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 630 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Project Vantage | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 746 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
