1990 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 215 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan 300 ZX | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | 300 ZX | 116 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |