1991 BMW M12 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 20 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1991 BMW M12. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1991 BMW M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW M12 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M12 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
