2003 BMW 545 vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1976 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 545 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |