2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (358 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z.
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 Z4 (385 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z4 | Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 358 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
