2000 BMW 330 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2010 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 330 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | 370Z |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |