2004 BMW 118 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 118 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118. 2004 BMW 118 has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 118 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 118 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
