2008 BMW 545 vs. 1990 Nissan Bluebird

To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 BMW 545 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 545. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Bluebird, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Bluebird. (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Bluebird.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 545 1990 Nissan Bluebird
Make BMW Nissan
Model 545 Bluebird
Year Released 2008 1990
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 81 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 126 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1975 kg 1010 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2560 mm