1996 BMW 535 vs. 1999 Nissan Z
To start off, 1999 Nissan Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 535 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Z. (197 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Z. (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 1999 Nissan Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 535 | Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
