1988 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW 525 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 239 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |