1977 Nissan Skyline vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Skyline | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Skyline | 325 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
