1959 BMW 507 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 3,169 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 BMW 507 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 507 (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 507 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 BMW 507 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1959 BMW 507 (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 BMW 507 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 507 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 507 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |