1995 BMW 528 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW Z4 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1995 BMW 528. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1995 BMW 528. 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, 2011 BMW Z4 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 528. (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 528 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
