1998 BMW 730 vs. 1997 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1998 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1997 Nissan Skyline.
Because 1998 BMW 730 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 BMW 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Skyline, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 730. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1997 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2730 mm |
