2005 BMW 330 vs. 1981 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (215 HP) has 134 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1981 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, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1981 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
