2003 BMW 530 vs. 1982 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1982 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Skyline. 1982 Nissan Skyline has automatic transmission and 2003 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2003 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Skyline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 530 | 1982 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2620 mm |
