2006 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1991 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
