1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1972 BMW Turbo. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1972 BMW Turbo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 480 kg more than 1972 BMW Turbo. 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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (371 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 BMW Turbo. (177 Nm). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 BMW Turbo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Turbo | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
