2007 BMW 545 vs. 1973 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 BMW 545 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 545 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1973 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Bluebird. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 545 | 1973 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 545 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |