1981 BMW 745 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 745 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 48 more horse power than 1981 BMW 745. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1981 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 745 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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, 1981 BMW 745 (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 BMW 745 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 745 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3430 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |
