1996 BMW 735 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 890 kg more than 1970 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 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 735 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2430 mm |
