2008 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 637 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z.
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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW X5 | 2010 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X5 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
