1998 BMW V12 vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1998 BMW V12 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW V12 (570 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW V12 weights approximately 604 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia. 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, 1998 BMW V12 (909 Nm) has 762 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 1998 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW V12 | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | V12 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 570 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 909 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1614 kg | 1010 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
