2004 BMW 325 vs. 1975 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Skyline (135 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1975 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, 2004 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1975 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
