1973 BMW Touring vs. 1981 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1981 Nissan Skyline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Skyline (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 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, 1981 Nissan Skyline (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW Touring | 1981 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Touring | Skyline |
Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |