2008 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 BMW M5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (283 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M5 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (354 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z. 2008 BMW M5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW M5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M5 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
