Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
Model | BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo | Nissan 350Z | |
Engine | turbocharged 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 445 hp@5500 480 lb-ft@2000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6800 268 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.7 in | 104.3 in | 16.4 in |
Length | 196.8 in | 169.8 in | 27 in |
Width | 74.8 in | 71.5 in | 3.3 in |
Height | 61.4 in | 52.1 in | 9.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4894 lb. | 3344 lb. | 1550 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 38.2 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.3 in | 53.6 in | 5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.6 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 0.0 in | 39 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.7 in | 0.0 in | 57.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 41.8 in | 0.0 in | 41.8 in |
Total Legroom | 82.4 in (over 2 rows) | 42.6 in (over 1 rows) | 39.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 | 8.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.0 ft3 | 6.8 ft3 | 53.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 BMW 5-Series Gran Turismo.
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of room in front seats see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hatch 332-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It was a two seater, and I enjoy driving with people around. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very cramped, not designed for very long rides. Not for tall people. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
NO rear seat, limited hatch space see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
There was no rear seat. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There are no rear seats in this vehicle. Was considering a 2 seater, but wife was not impressed so obtaining approval from that quarter would have been difficult. see full Nissan 350Z review |