1999 BMW 529 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 529. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 529 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 BMW 529. (193 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 529.
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, 1999 BMW 529 (410 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 529 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 529 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 529 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |