1976 Datsun Violet vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Datsun Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Datsun Violet would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1976 Datsun 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Datsun | BMW |
| Model | Violet | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
