2009 BMW 650 vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca

To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Italdesign Nazca. (346 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1994 Italdesign Nazca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 650 1994 Italdesign Nazca
Make BMW Italdesign
Model 650 Nazca
Year Released 2009 1994
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4799 cc 4988 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 362 HP 346 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 470 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 297 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1002 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 2090 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1110 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2610 mm


 

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