1955 Nissan Sports vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 860 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Nissan Sports | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Sports | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 859 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2497 mm |
