1998 BMW 318 vs. 1970 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 28 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 515 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, 1998 BMW 318 (169 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1970 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
