2008 BMW 528 vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 47 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 625 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 528 | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 528 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2290 mm |
