1989 BMW 750 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1989 BMW 750 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1972 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW 750 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 750 | Skyline |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |