2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1970 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Nissan |
| Model | Vanquish | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
