2007 BMW 550 vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 1 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (300 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 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, 2007 BMW 550 (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 550 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3491 cc |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
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 | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |