1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1966 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1968 BMW 1600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 1600 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 BMW 1600 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 BMW 1600 (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan Bluebird. (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 1600 | 1966 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 1600 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |