2003 Infiniti M vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2003 Infiniti M is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP) has 259 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 717 kg more than 1971 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 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti M | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | M | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |
