BMW M5 vs. Nissan 350Z
In comparing the BMW M5 to the Nissan 350Z, the BMW M5 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Nissan 350Z has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the BMW M5 versus the Nissan 350Z, the BMW M5 is a better car than the Nissan 350Z.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the BMW M5’s base engine makes 500 horsepower, and the Nissan 350Z base engine makes 306 horsepower. The M5 is rated to deliver an average of 13 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 315 miles. The 350Z is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 480 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The BMW M5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and cargo space. The Nissan 350Z has the advantage in the areas of front head room and front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
-
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
54.2%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$10,020 - $19,990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
BMW M5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.4 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Nissan 350Z Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW M5 Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
11 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Nissan 350Z Rankings
Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
BMW M5 Trim Levels
Base
Nissan 350Z Trim Levels
Enthusiast, Grand Touring, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
500 hp @ 7750 rpm
Torque:
383 foot-lbs @ 6100 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.125 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
306 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
268 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.086 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
10
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
11 / 17 / 13
Range (city/hwy):
204 / 315 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
340 / 480 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.2 inches
Cargo Space:
14 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
99.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
51.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4012 lbs
Width:
80.2 inches
Height:
57.8 inches
Length:
191.5 inches
Wheelbase:
113.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3575 lbs
Width:
71.5 inches
Height:
52.5 inches
Length:
169.8 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum with painted accents
Tire Size:
225/45R18
