1996 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1971 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 M3 (320 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
