2010 BMW 550 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 667 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, 2010 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z. 2010 BMW 550 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. 2010 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 550 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 550 | Z |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
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 | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4999 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3066 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |