Japan vs Japan — 1968 vs 1969
| Bluebird 510 SSS | Bluebird 510 SSS Coupe | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 109 hp | 109 hp |
| Torque | 105 lb-ft | 102 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,595 cc | 1,595 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 10.5 sec | 11.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 109 mph | 109 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 17.5 sec | 17.8 sec |
| Weight | 2,072 lbs | 2,061 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,420 mm | 2,420 mm |
| Length | 4,100 mm | 4,100 mm |
| Original MSRP | $2,100 | $2,200 |
| Value (Excellent) | $55,000 | $75,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 8/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 7/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1968 Nissan Bluebird 510 SSS brings quicker acceleration, better value to the table, and the 1969 Nissan Bluebird 510 SSS Coupe answers with stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Nissan Bluebird 510. The 1968 and 1969 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1968 Nissan Bluebird 510 SSS producing 109 hp and the 1969 Nissan Bluebird 510 SSS Coupe delivering 109 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Nissan Bluebird 510 uses a Inline-4 SOHC (L16) displacing 1,595 cc, while the Nissan Bluebird 510 relies on a Inline-4 SOHC 8V with 1,595 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1968 Nissan Bluebird 510 SSS edges ahead at 10.5 seconds versus 11.5 seconds. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.