2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 and 2009 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4.
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 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 350Z 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.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | Z4 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |