1971 BMW Touring vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1980 Nissan Skyline is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Skyline (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 164 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, 1980 Nissan Skyline (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 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 | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Touring | Skyline |
Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |