1973 BMW 2004 vs. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 22 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1973 BMW 2004. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW 2004. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 565 kg more than 1973 BMW 2004. 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, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW 2004. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW 2004.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW 2004 | 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 2004 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
