1996 BMW 325 vs. 1964 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 32 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 325 weights approximately 419 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, 1996 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Nissan Bluebird. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 1964 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
