2005 Nissan 350Z vs. 2010 BMW 528
To start off, 2010 BMW 528 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. 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 46 more horse power than 2010 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 528 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2010 BMW 528 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 528 will offer significantly more control. 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 (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan 350Z | 2010 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | 350Z | 528 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
