2009 BMW 335 vs. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. (279 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 300 ZX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 335 | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |