2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 BMW M5
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 BMW M5 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 will offer significantly more control. 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
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2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 BMW M5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | M5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |