1957 BMW 600 vs. 1968 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1968 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Bluebird (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 355 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1968 Nissan Bluebird (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1957 BMW 600 | 1968 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 600 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2430 mm |