2006 BMW 330 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 26 kg more than 2010 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, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 330 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |