2000 BMW 316 vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2000 BMW 316 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 316 weights approximately 204 kg more than 1980 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, 2000 BMW 316 (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline. 2000 BMW 316 has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW 316 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 316 | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
