1998 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 330 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2003 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, 1998 BMW 330 (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 330 | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |