2008 BMW 750 vs. 1999 Nissan Z
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Z would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Z. (197 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Z.
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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Z. (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 1999 Nissan Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 750 | Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |