1962 BMW 700 vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1962 BMW 700 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Nissan Bluebird (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 265 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 1961 Nissan Bluebird (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2290 mm |
