Evo magazine did a good article on the 350HR and Z4. The 350Z lapped Bedford autodrome faster than a E46 M3CS so the Z is quicker in HR guise than the Z4 and came out evens in the overall test, it was down to personal preference. I'm buying a 350HR after driving both.
Nissan 350Z vs BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe
| Category | Nissan 350Z (287 PS) | BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 3.5 l V6 | 3.0 l R6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 287 / 283 | 265 / 261 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 371 / 274 | 315 / 232 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1524 / 3360 | 1408 / 3104 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 188 / 186 | 188 / 186 |
Lap Times
| Track | Nissan 350Z (287 PS) | BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Bedford Autodrome West Circuit (2004 - 06/2008) | 1:32.05 | 1:30.80 |
| Nürburgring Nordschleife | 8:26.00 | 8:32.00 |
| Balocco | 3:02.25 | 3:02.66 |
| Hockenheim Short | 1:18.70 | 1:17.80 |
| Autozeitung test track | 1:44.90 | 1:43.90 |
Performance
| Category | Nissan 350Z (287 PS) | BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 6.0 s | 6.0 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 22.2 s | 22.9 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 17.4 s | 16.9 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.2 s @ 84.5 mph | 10.0 s @ 85.7 mph |
| Top speed | 251 kph (156 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.50 g (5 m/s²) | 0.52 g (5 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | Nissan 350Z (287 PS) | BMW Z4 3.0si Coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 99 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 100 | 100 |
| Overall | 99 | 100 |
Verdict
There is no clear winner in this comparison.
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