2003 BMW 325 vs. 1984 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2003 BMW 325 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 325 (192 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 325 weights approximately 346 kg more than 1984 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, 2003 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 325 | 1984 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
