1968 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 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, 2011 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Bluebird | 2011 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Bluebird | X5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2934 mm |
