1998 BMW 328 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 328 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 BMW 328. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 328 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 328. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 328 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 328 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
