2007 Cadillac BLS vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 36 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (148 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 605 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac BLS | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | BLS | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
