2006 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 550 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 550 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 550 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 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 | 1725 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |