2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 is newer by 4 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 740 (315 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 740 weights approximately 300 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, 2011 BMW 740 (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 2011 BMW 740 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. 2011 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan 350Z | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | 350Z | 740 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 364 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 82 L |