1989 BMW Z1 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW Z1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW Z1 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1989 BMW Z1. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1989 BMW Z1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 328 kg more than 1989 BMW Z1. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 BMW Z1. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 BMW Z1.
Compare all specifications:
1989 BMW Z1 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z1 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |