2009 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 BMW 328 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (364 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 328 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |