2009 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2011 Nissan 370Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (332 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 48 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan 370Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan 370Z.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2011 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | 370Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4247 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |