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Nissan 350Z / 370Z (2009) vs. BMW 3-Series (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Nissan 350Z / 370Z and 2012 BMW 3-Series specs.

2009 Nissan 350Z / 370Z and 2012 BMW 3-Series Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Nissan 350Z / 370Z BMW 3-Series  
Engine 3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
332 hp@7000
270 lb-ft@5200
4.0L V8
DOHC-4v
414 hp@8300
295 lb-ft@3900
 
Transmission 7-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 2dr Hardtop conv.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 104.3 in 108.7 in -4.4 in
Length 169.8 in 180.6 in -10.8 in
Width 71.5 in 70.2 in 1.3 in
Height 52.5 in 54.5 in -2 in
Curb Weight 3617 lb. 4145 lb. -528 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.0 gal. 16.1 gal. 3.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.2 in 38.0 in 1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.6 in 55.3 in -1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.2 in 0.0 in 53.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.6 in 41.8 in 0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 36.5 in -36.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 49.3 in -49.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 31.9 in -31.9 in
Total Legroom 42.6 in (over 1 rows) 73.7 in (over 2 rows) -31.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 4.1 ft3 9.0 ft3 -4.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 4.1 ft3 12.2 ft3 -8.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan 350Z / 370Z

2009 Nissan 350Z / 370Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 / 370Z 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 / 370Z review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 BMW 3-Series

2012 BMW 3-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2012 Another surprising strength for the new BMW 3-Series. There's more room in back than in competing cars, and the seat is comfortably positioned and shaped. see full BMW 3-Series review
 

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