2007 BMW Z4 vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard. 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, 2007 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z4 | Leopard |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2753 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |