1978 BMW 628 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 628 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 628.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 628 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
