1995 BMW Z3 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 403 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3. 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, 2011 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3. 2011 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Z3 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z3 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
