1972 BMW Touring vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1974 Nissan Skyline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Touring weights approximately 46 kg more than 1974 Nissan Skyline.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Nissan Skyline (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Touring | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Touring | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
