2000 BMW Z9 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 Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 100 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW Z9 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z9 | 370Z |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |