1959 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 918 kg more than 1959 BMW 700. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (52 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 3700 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2550 mm |
