2009 BMW 335 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 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 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 117 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2012 Nissan 370Z has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 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 335 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
