2005 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
