2009 BMW 325 vs. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. (171 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX. (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1987 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 325 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
