2009 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (287 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 550 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3491 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |