1994 BMW 316 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1994 BMW 316 is newer by 30 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 316 (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 316 weights approximately 194 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, 1994 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 316 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
