1984 BMW M6 vs. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
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, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
1984 BMW M6 | 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M6 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1984 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |