2001 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. 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, 2001 BMW 320 (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 320 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 320 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |