2003 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is newer by 40 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai XG 350 weights approximately 730 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, 2003 Hyundai XG 350 (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai XG 350 | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | XG 350 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2390 mm |
