1972 BMW 2002 vs. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1972 BMW 2002. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 595 kg more than 1972 BMW 2002. 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, 1992 Nissan 300 ZX (377 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW 2002. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 2002 | 1992 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 2002 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
