1986 BMW 735 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW 735 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 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1986 BMW 735. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 BMW 735 weights approximately 189 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
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 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW 735. (310 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW 735 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 735 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |
