2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 1996 BMW 730
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 730 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1996 BMW 730. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 730 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 730. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan 350Z | 1996 BMW 730 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | 350Z | 730 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 287 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 354 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |