2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 1400 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
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 Z4 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z4 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
