2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 44 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 114 kg more than 1964 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 Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2390 mm |
