1998 BMW 740 vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 BMW 740. (286 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 740.
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, 1998 BMW 740 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 740 | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 740 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
