2005 BMW M3 vs. 1989 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2005 BMW M3 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M3 | 1989 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
