2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1978 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Stanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1978 Nissan Stanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Stanza. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Stanza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1978 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z4 | Stanza |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
