1988 BMW 535 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 BMW 535 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,430 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 535 (211 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 535 weights approximately 664 kg more than 1964 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, 1988 BMW 535 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 535 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
