2005 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 BMW 318
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW Z4 would be higher. Both 2005 BMW Z4 and 2008 BMW 318 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW Z4 (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 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, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW Z4 | 2008 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z4 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
