2004 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 BMW 528
To start off, 2011 BMW 528 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 528 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 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, 2011 BMW 528 (311 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4. 2011 BMW 528 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 528 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW Z4 | 2011 BMW 528 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z4 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
