1990 BMW 320 vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1990 BMW 320. (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 320 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 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, 1990 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1146 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 |
