2009 BMW 550 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP) has 303 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 550 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1951 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
