2005 BMW 535 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2005 BMW 535 and 2005 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 31 kg more than 2005 BMW 535. 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 535 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 535 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3428 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |