2008 BMW 328 vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 328 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
