Nissan hired former BMW engineers to help develop the 510's suspension, which is why period reviewers frequently compared its handling to the BMW 1600/2002.
Lead trim: SSS
Nissan 510510 · 1968–1973
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FactNissan hired former BMW engineers to help develop the 510's suspension, which is why period reviewers frequently compared its handling to the BMW 1600/2002.
Compact RWD sedan sold as the Bluebird in Japan and the Datsun 510 in export markets, borrowing independent rear suspension and styling cues from contemporary BMW sedans at a fraction of the price. Successful in US SCCA Trans-Am racing, it built Datsun's early reputation as a giant-killer and remains a foundational vintage-racing and drift chassis.
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| Trim | Years | Engine | Power | Torque | 0–60 | Drive | Gearbox | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SSS | 1968–1973 | 1.6 L Inline-4 | — | — | — | RWD | manual | — |
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