2000 Ferrari 550 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ferrari 550 1973 Nissan Bluebird
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model 550 Bluebird
Year Released 2000 1973
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5474 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 478 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 588 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 955 kg
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2510 mm


 

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