2006 BMW 650 vs. 1976 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1976 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, 2006 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 1976 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 650 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2520 mm |
