2003 BMW M3 vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 482 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 M3 (300 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW M3 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |