2009 BMW 120 vs. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Nissan 300 ZX.
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, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 1989 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 120 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |