2004 BMW M5 vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1969 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M5 | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
