1979 BMW 732 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1979 BMW 732. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 40 kg more than 1979 BMW 732. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 BMW 732. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
1979 BMW 732 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 732 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1979 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |