2008 BMW 650 vs. 1976 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1976 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Bluebird. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 1976 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 650 | Bluebird |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2660 mm |