1972 BMW Touring vs. 1995 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1995 Nissan Skyline is newer by 23 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 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1972 BMW Touring. (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 470 kg more than 1972 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, 1995 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Touring | Skyline |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 2569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |