2006 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 BMW 530. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 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, 2006 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 370Z. (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
