1969 Nissan Skyline vs. 1998 BMW 730
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1969 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, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Skyline | 1998 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Skyline | 730 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 2793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2940 mm |
