1971 BMW Touring vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1972 Nissan Skyline is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 90 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Touring | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
