2009 BMW 535 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2009 BMW 535 and 2009 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 535.
Because 2009 BMW 535 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 BMW 535 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan 350Z. (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 535 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 535 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |