2002 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 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 214 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 36 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 318. (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 318 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 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 | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
