2009 BMW 650 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 650 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 35 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 362 kg more than 2013 Nissan Z. 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 650 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 650 | Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |