1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW 2004. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW 2004 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 2004 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1993 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | BMW | Italdesign |
| Model | 2004 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
