2008 BMW Z4 vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1993 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | BMW | Italdesign |
| Model | Z4 | Nazca |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 297 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2610 mm |
