1984 BMW 323 vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1984 BMW 323 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,314 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW 323 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 55 kg more than 1984 BMW 323.
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, 1984 BMW 323 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 323 | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2314 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
