1979 BMW 633 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 BMW 633. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 BMW 633. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 633. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 633.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 633 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 633 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
| 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 |
