1959 BMW 700 vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (81 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 370 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1983 Nissan Bluebird (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 695 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2530 mm |
