1999 BMW Z8 vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW Z8 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z. 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, 1999 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW Z8 | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z8 | 350Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |