1996 BMW 525 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 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z.
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 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 525. (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 525 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Z |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1563 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |