1990 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 BMW M3 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 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 BMW M3. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 303 kg more than 1990 BMW M3. 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 (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW M3. (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1503 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 72 L |