1972 BMW Touring vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1973 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Touring (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 75 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Nissan Bluebird (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1972 BMW Touring | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Touring | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |