1971 Nissan Bluebird vs. 1965 BMW 700
To start off, 1971 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1965 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1965 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 270 kg more than 1965 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Bluebird (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Bluebird | 1965 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Bluebird | 700 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2130 mm |
