1988 BMW M3 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 BMW M3 is newer by 18 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 2,303 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M3 (221 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M3 weights approximately 270 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, 1988 BMW M3 (245 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M3 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2303 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
