2009 BMW 125 vs. 1961 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 48 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 401 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.
Because 1961 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1961 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 125 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2290 mm |
