1988 BMW M5 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M5 (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2012 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M5 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2012 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1988 BMW M5 (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
1988 BMW M5 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M5 | Z4 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1733 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |