2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1963 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2390 mm |
