2005 BMW 330 vs. 1985 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1985 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, 2005 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 1985 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |