1992 BMW 520 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 222 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 520 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
