2007 BMW Alpina vs. 1972 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2007 BMW Alpina 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Alpina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Alpina (500 HP) has 415 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Alpina should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Alpina weights approximately 995 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Alpina (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Skyline. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Alpina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Alpina | 1972 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Alpina | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
