2003 BMW 530 vs. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 13 kg more than 2003 BMW 530. 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, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |