2003 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 177 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z. 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, 2003 BMW 545 (451 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2003 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 545 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 545 | Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1493 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1315 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |