2009 Maserati GranSport vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 45 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 714 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati GranSport | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | GranSport | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2390 mm |
