Japan vs Japan — 1968 vs 1967
| Bluebird 510 SSS Coupe | Bluebird SSS 510 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 109 hp | 96 hp |
| Torque | 105 lb-ft | 97 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,595 cc | 1,595 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 10.5 sec | 11.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 109 mph | 102 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 17.5 sec | 18.0 sec |
| Weight | 1,995 lbs | 2,050 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,420 mm | 2,380 mm |
| Length | 4,090 mm | 4,065 mm |
| Units Produced | 290,000 | 629,595 |
| Original MSRP | $2,200 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $90,000 | — |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 5/10 |
| Rarity | 7/10 | 5/10 |
On balance, the 1968 Datsun Bluebird 510 SSS Coupe makes a stronger case on paper with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. However, the 1967 Datsun Bluebird SSS 510 counters with its own distinct appeal, and its appeal extends beyond mere numbers. Choose the 1968 Datsun Bluebird 510 SSS Coupe for outright capability, or the 1967 Datsun Bluebird SSS 510 for a more distinctive ownership experience.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Datsun Bluebird 510. The 1968 and 1967 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 Datsun Bluebird 510 SSS Coupe producing 109 hp and the 1967 Datsun Bluebird SSS 510 delivering 96 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Datsun Bluebird 510 uses a Inline-4 SOHC displacing 1,595 cc, while the Datsun Bluebird SSS 510 relies on a Inline-4, SOHC with 1,595 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1968 Datsun Bluebird 510 SSS Coupe edges ahead at 10.5 seconds versus 11.5 seconds. From a collectibility standpoint, the 1968 Datsun Bluebird 510 SSS Coupe rates higher among enthusiasts and auction houses.