2011 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan NP300 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2010 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW Z4 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Z4 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
