2007 BMW 328 vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (283 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan 350Z (371 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 328 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
