2007 Nissan Hardbody vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 3,275 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 194 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4.
Because 2007 Nissan Hardbody is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Hardbody will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Hardbody. (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Hardbody | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Nissan | BMW |
| Model | Hardbody | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3275 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 55 L |
