2008 BMW 650 vs. 2010 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2010 Nissan 370Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 650 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (350 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 357 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 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, 2008 BMW 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 650 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 650 | 370Z |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1316 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |