2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,489 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 154 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3. 2000 BMW Z3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 BMW Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z3 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3489 cc |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
