1997 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1997 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW 730 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 730. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 730 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 730 | 370Z |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5200 RPM |
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 | 1745 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |