2009 BMW 650 vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z

To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan 350Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 BMW 650.

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 650 (491 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan 350Z. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 650 2003 Nissan 350Z
Make BMW Nissan
Model 650 350Z
Year Released 2009 2003
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 3490 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 491 Nm 363 Nm
Torque RPM 3900 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 81.4 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 1490 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 76 L


 

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