1974 Nissan Violet vs. 2002 BMW Z3
To start off, 2002 BMW Z3 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW Z3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW Z3 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1974 Nissan Violet. 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, 2002 BMW Z3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Nissan Violet | 2002 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | Violet | Z3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |