2008 BMW 116 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2008 BMW 116 and 2008 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 116 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2008 BMW 116 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW 116. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 116 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 116 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |