1968 BMW 2000 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2000 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2000. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 570 kg more than 1968 BMW 2000. 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2000. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2000.
Compare all specifications:
1968 BMW 2000 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 2000 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |