1977 BMW 520 vs. 1977 Datsun 280Z
To start off, both 1977 BMW 520 and 1977 Datsun 280Z were released in the same year (1977). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Datsun 280Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Datsun 280Z (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1977 BMW 520. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Datsun 280Z should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 520 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1977 Datsun 280Z.
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, 1977 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Datsun 280Z. (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Datsun 280Z.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 520 | 1977 Datsun 280Z | |
Make | BMW | Datsun |
Model | 520 | 280Z |
Year Released | 1977 | 1977 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4399 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1631 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2304 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |