2000 BMW 525 vs. 1982 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2000 BMW 525 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 525 (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1982 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, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Bluebird. 1982 Nissan Bluebird has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Bluebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 1982 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
