1996 BMW 316 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 316 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1996 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 196 kg more than 1996 BMW 316. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 316 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 316 | Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
