2010 BMW X3 vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 251 kg more than 2012 Nissan 370Z.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW X3 | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | 370Z |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4569 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1676 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 72 L |
