1995 Nissan Presea vs. 2012 BMW Z4

To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea 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 192 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Presea. (143 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Presea. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Presea.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Nissan Presea 2012 BMW Z4
Make Nissan BMW
Model Presea Z4
Year Released 1995 2012
Body Type Sedan 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 143 HP 335 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 450 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1130 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4242 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1791 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1285 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2497 mm