1969 Nissan Skyline vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 37 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
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, 2006 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Skyline | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Skyline | 530 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1483 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2840 mm |
