Z (fairlady Z) vs X3 M50 xDrive
Nissan · BMW
1/4 Mile winner
X3 M50 xDrive
Beats the Z (fairlady Z) by 0.11s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the X3 M50 xDrive beats the Z (fairlady Z) comfortably, finishing 0.11 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the X3 M50 xDrive thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
400 hp
393 hp
0–100 km/h
4.5s
4.4s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
3.0L Twin-Turbo V6
3.0L Turbo I6 MHEV
Fuel
Petrol
Mild Hybrid
Torque
475 Nm
580 Nm
Price
$40,000
$65,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Z (fairlady Z)
X3 M50 xDrive
100 m
5.566s
5.511s
1/8 mile
8.251s
8.173s
1/4 mile
12.456s
12.348s
1 km
22.526s
22.372s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Z (fairlady Z) is $40,000 vs $65,000 for the X3 M50 xDrive — a $25,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Z (fairlady Z) or the X3 M50 xDrive?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the X3 M50 xDrive is faster, beating the Z (fairlady Z) by 0.11 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Z (fairlady Z) vs the X3 M50 xDrive?
The Z (fairlady Z) hits 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, while the X3 M50 xDrive does it in 4.4 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Z (fairlady Z) produces 400 hp; the X3 M50 xDrive produces 393 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Z (fairlady Z) tops out at 250 km/h, and the X3 M50 xDrive reaches 250 km/h.
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