2007 BMW M3 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 158 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
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 Nissan 370Z (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M3 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1316 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
