2006 BMW 530 vs. 1975 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Bluebird.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1975 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
