2009 BMW 745 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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 479 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 745 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2009 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2013 Nissan Z has manual transmission. 2013 Nissan Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 745 | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 72 L |
