2007 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 41 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Nissan 350Z (372 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2004 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 372 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1459 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |