1958 BMW 600 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1964 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,189 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 416 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Nissan Bluebird (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1964 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2390 mm |
