1984 BMW 318 vs. 1974 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1984 BMW 318 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 BMW 318. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 BMW 318. 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, 1974 Nissan Skyline (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW 318. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 318 | 1974 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1766 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
