1974 BMW 2.8 vs. 1998 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 Nissan Silvia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 2.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 2.8 would be higher. At 3,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 2.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 BMW 2.8. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW 2.8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW 2.8 (295 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Silvia. (271 Nm). This means 1974 BMW 2.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 2.8 | 1998 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 2.8 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2530 mm |
