1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1970 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, 2012 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Bluebird | 740 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1427 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3210 mm |