2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Rolls-Royce Phantom | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Rolls-Royce | Nissan |
Model | Phantom | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6700 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 453 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 719 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2630 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5839 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1989 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1638 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3571 mm | 2660 mm |