1991 BMW M12 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 BMW M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 BMW M12 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 BMW M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1991 BMW M12.
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, 1991 BMW M12 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M12 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
