2005 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 BMW M3. (323 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 146 kg more than 2009 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, 2005 BMW M3 (372 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M3 | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | 370Z |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 323 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |