2009 BMW 635 vs. 1984 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (93 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Skyline.
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, 2009 BMW 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Skyline. (150 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 1984 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 635 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2620 mm |
