1970 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 43 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 930 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Bluebird | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1427 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2968 mm |