2007 BMW 740 vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 BMW 740 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 740 (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 740 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1972 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 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 740 | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1965 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
