1999 BMW 845 vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan 350Z is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 BMW 845. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 845. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 845 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2004 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, 1999 BMW 845 (420 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan 350Z. (373 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 845 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 845 | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 845 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1463 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |