2008 BMW 323 vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 323 weights approximately 488 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
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 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | BMW | Italdesign |
| Model | 323 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4988 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
