1994 Nissan 100 NX vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 100 NX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 100 NX would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (142 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 100 NX. (182 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 100 NX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Nissan 100 NX | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | 100 NX | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1285 mm |
