2008 BMW 120 vs. 1983 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1983 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, 2008 BMW 120 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Bluebird. (152 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1983 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 120 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
