2012 BMW X6 vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 32 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1345 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.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW X6 | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X6 | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 480 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 779 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2615 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4879 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1689 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2530 mm |
