2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan 350Z would be higher. 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 141 more horse power than 2010 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 120.
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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan 350Z | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | 350Z | 120 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |