2000 BMW 320 vs. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2000 BMW 320 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 BMW 320. (170 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 320 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX.
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, 1987 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 320 | 1987 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 320 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |