1999 Nissan C 52 vs. 1999 BMW Z3
To start off, both 1999 Nissan C 52 and 1999 BMW Z3 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan C 52 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z3 (240 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1999 Nissan C 52. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan C 52. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z3 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1999 Nissan C 52. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan C 52 (354 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW Z3. (320 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan C 52 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW Z3. 1999 Nissan C 52 has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan C 52 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan C 52 | 1999 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | C 52 | Z3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1395 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
