1975 BMW 316 vs. 1982 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1982 Nissan Skyline is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Skyline (93 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 BMW 316. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 316 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1982 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1982 Nissan Skyline (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 316. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 316. 1982 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 1975 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 1975 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 316 | 1982 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
