1998 BMW 325 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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 325 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 213 more horse power than 1998 BMW 325. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 59 kg more than 1998 BMW 325. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 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 | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
