2005 BMW 740 vs. 2002 BMW Z4
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 3 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 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (193 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 740 weights approximately 530 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 BMW 740 (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 740 | 2002 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 740 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.2 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |
