2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 790 kg more than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Five Hundred | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2290 mm |