1992 BMW 332 vs. 1974 Datsun 260Z
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Datsun 260Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Datsun 260Z would be higher. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1974 Datsun 260Z. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1974 Datsun 260Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Datsun 260Z. 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, 1992 BMW 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Datsun 260Z. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Datsun 260Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1974 Datsun 260Z | |
| Make | BMW | Datsun |
| Model | 332 | 260Z |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3152 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
