2005 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1997 Nissan Skyline.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Nissan Skyline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Skyline. (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1997 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
