2004 BMW 525 vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 645 kg more than 1971 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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
