2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 694 kg more than 1963 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, 2002 Cadillac XLR (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | XLR | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2390 mm |
