2009 BMW 128 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 128 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 BMW 128. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 128.
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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 128. 2012 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan 370Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 128 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
