1959 BMW 700 vs. 1979 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1979 Nissan Skyline is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 1979 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 1979 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1979 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2620 mm |
