1999 Audi R8R vs. 1968 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 903 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1968 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | R8R | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1410 mm |
