1992 BMW 740 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 740 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1992 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 20 kg more than 1992 BMW 740. 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 740 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 740 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 364 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
