1989 BMW 850 vs. 1963 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1989 BMW 850 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 850 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 850 weights approximately 832 kg more than 1963 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, 1989 BMW 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 850 | 1963 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 850 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1792 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |