1998 BMW Pickster vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1998 BMW Pickster is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Pickster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW Pickster (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW Pickster should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
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, 1998 BMW Pickster (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW Pickster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Pickster | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |