1986 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 BMW M6. (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1986 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 68 kg more than 1986 BMW M6. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 BMW M6. (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 BMW M6 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | Z |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
