1999 Nissan Z vs. 2011 BMW 535
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Z would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Z. (197 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Z.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Z. (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Z | 2011 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Z | 535 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3071 mm |
