1992 BMW 850 vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (167 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
