2009 BMW 750 vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 39 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (90 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 860 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, 2009 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 750 | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 750 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
