1998 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 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 211 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 213 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1360 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
