2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 BMW 740
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 BMW 740 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (338 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2006 BMW 740. (303 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 740 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 BMW 740 (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 2006 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 BMW 740 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | 740 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 303 HP |
Torque | 365 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 88 L |