2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 2009 BMW 545
To start off, 2009 BMW 545 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 545 weights approximately 435 kg more than 2007 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, 2009 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 2009 BMW 545 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 545 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 350Z | 2009 BMW 545 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | 350Z | 545 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |