2004 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 341 kg more than 2004 Donkervoort D8.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Donkervoort D8 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Nissan |
| Model | D8 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 625 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
