2005 BMW 730 vs. 1983 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2005 BMW 730 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Skyline. (149 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Skyline. 2005 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1983 Nissan Skyline has manual transmission. 1983 Nissan Skyline will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 1983 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2620 mm |
