1998 BMW Z3 vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1998 BMW Z3 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 BMW Z3. (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 BMW Z3. 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, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Z3. (320 Nm). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW Z3 | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z3 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
