1998 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Maranello (479 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 715 kg more than 1971 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 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari Maranello | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Maranello | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 479 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
