1997 BMW M3 vs. 1968 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1997 BMW M3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW M3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 BMW M3 (236 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm). This means 1997 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW M3 | 1968 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 103 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |