2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 161 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z4 | Z |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |
