2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1990 Nissan Presea

To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Presea. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Presea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1990 Nissan Presea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Presea. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Presea.

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2006 BMW Z4 1990 Nissan Presea
Make BMW Nissan
Model Z4 Presea
Year Released 2006 1990
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2492 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 189 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1335 kg 1050 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2510 mm