1987 BMW 750 vs. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,986 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 750 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 750 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. 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, 1987 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 BMW 750 | 1989 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 750 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4986 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2530 mm |