2000 Lotus GT 1 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2000 Lotus GT 1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lotus GT 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (573 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus GT 1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus GT 1 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1970 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, 2000 Lotus GT 1 (391 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus GT 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Lotus GT 1 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Lotus | Nissan |
| Model | GT 1 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 573 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
