2002 BMW 318 vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2002 BMW 318 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Skyline (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 318 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
