1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2003 BMW Z8
To start off, 2003 BMW Z8 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 1991 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 2003 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Italdesign Nazca | 2003 BMW Z8 | |
Make | Italdesign | BMW |
Model | Nazca | Z8 |
Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 4939 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |