1992 BMW 850 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2010 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 850 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 850 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |