2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 457 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Alpina | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2290 mm |
