2007 BMW 325 vs. 1969 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 38 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 515 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 1969 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
