2008 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2008 BMW 328 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 76 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 328 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2008 BMW 328 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 328. 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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 328 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 1518 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |