2008 BMW 550 vs. 1971 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 680 kg more than 1971 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 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1971 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 550 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1483 cc |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
