1977 BMW 628 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1977 BMW 628 and 1977 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1977 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, 1977 BMW 628 (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 628 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 628 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |