1996 BMW Z3 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1996 BMW Z3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW Z3 (184 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW Z3 weights approximately 377 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 BMW Z3 (275 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW Z3 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z3 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 275 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
