2008 BMW 735 vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 BMW 735 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 735 (268 HP) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 735 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1984 Nissan Silvia. 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 735 (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Silvia. 2008 BMW 735 has automatic transmission and 1984 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1984 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 735 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 735 | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 735 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 133 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2440 mm |
