2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1977 BMW 528
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 528. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 528 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1977 BMW 528. (178 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 69 kg more than 1977 BMW 528. 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 528. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1977 BMW 528 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z4 | 528 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
