1989 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1989 BMW 730. (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 730 weights approximately 148 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW 730. (261 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 BMW 730 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 730 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 261 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
