2003 Nissan 350Z vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 95 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. 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 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan 350Z | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | 350Z | 118 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 51 L |