1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1976 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 185 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Nissan Bluebird (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 1600 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
