1992 BMW 545 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1992 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 545 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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 545 (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 545 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 545 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1326 mm |