2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 608 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
Model | DB7 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2530 mm |