2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4.
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, 2002 BMW Z4 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW Z4 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | 530 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |