1994 BMW M5 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 293 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z. 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M5 | Z |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |