1985 BMW 325 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1985 BMW 325. (120 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1985 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 416 kg more than 1985 BMW 325. 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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 BMW 325. (230 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 BMW 325. 2010 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 1985 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 1985 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 BMW 325 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1162 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
