2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1972 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 735 kg more than 1972 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 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1972 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJR | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
