2004 BMW 325 vs. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 14 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1990 Nissan 300 ZX.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 1990 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
