2004 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 91 kg more than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | 370Z |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |