2009 BMW 740 vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,901 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 740 (254 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 896 kg more than 1980 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, 2009 BMW 740 (600 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3901 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2620 mm |
