1996 BMW 316 vs. 1967 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 BMW 316 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 316 (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 316 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1967 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, 1996 BMW 316 (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 316 | 1967 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
