2010 Nissan 370Z vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan 370Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan 370Z would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan 370Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 1118 kg more than 2010 Nissan 370Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan 370Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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 BMW X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan 370Z. (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan 370Z. 2012 BMW X6 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Nissan 370Z | 2012 BMW X6 | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | 370Z | X6 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 480 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 779 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 2615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1844 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1316 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 85 L |