1979 Nissan Skyline vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 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 109 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 2011 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Skyline | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Skyline | 325 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2770 mm |
