2001 BMW M vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW M would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 203 kg more than 2001 BMW M. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M. 2012 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW M has manual transmission. 2001 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
