1985 BMW 324 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1985 BMW 324 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 BMW 324 (85 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 BMW 324 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1971 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, 1985 BMW 324 (152 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 324 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 324 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
