1979 BMW 728 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 728 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1979 BMW 728. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 728.
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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 728. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 728.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 728 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 728 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 80 L |
