2008 BMW 116 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 116 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 288 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (151 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 116 | Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
