2006 Nissan 350Z vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2010 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z. 2010 BMW 535 has automatic transmission and 2006 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2006 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 535 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan 350Z | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | 350Z | 535 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
