2000 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Nissan Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | Z |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1506 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |