1999 BMW 540 vs. 1991 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 BMW 540 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 540.
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, 1991 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 540. (439 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 540 | 1991 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | BMW | Italdesign |
Model | 540 | Nazca |
Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 470 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2600 mm |