Germany vs Japan — 1973 vs 1964
| 2002 tii | Skyline 2000GT S54 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 130 hp | 125 hp |
| Torque | 131 lb-ft | 123 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 1,990 cc | 1,988 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 8.2 sec | 10.0 sec |
| Top Speed | 118 mph | 112 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 16.2 sec | 17.0 sec |
| Weight | 2,271 lbs | 2,337 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,500 mm | 2,590 mm |
| Length | 4,230 mm | 4,255 mm |
| Units Produced | 16,448 | 1,394 |
| Original MSRP | $4,575 | — |
| Value (Excellent) | $75,000 | $350,000 |
| Collectibility | 8/10 | 9/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 9/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1973 BMW 2002 tii brings quicker acceleration, higher top speed, better value to the table, and the 1964 Prince Skyline 2000GT S54 answers with greater rarity, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
The rivalry between Germany and Japan automotive industries has produced legendary matchups, and the 1973 BMW 2002 tii versus 1964 Prince Skyline 2000GT S54 is among the most fascinating. These two cars represent the best of their national engineering schools. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1973 BMW 2002 tii producing 130 hp and the 1964 Prince Skyline 2000GT S54 delivering 125 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the BMW 2002 uses a Inline-4 SOHC displacing 1,990 cc, while the Prince Skyline 2000GT relies on a Inline-6 SOHC with 1,988 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1973 BMW 2002 tii edges ahead at 8.2 seconds versus 10.0 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 1,394 units built, the 1964 Prince Skyline 2000GT S54 is considerably scarcer than the BMW 2002's 16,448 examples. On the collector market, the 1964 Prince Skyline 2000GT S54 commands a significant premium over the 1973 BMW 2002 tii, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.