2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 BMW Z4

To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 35 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.

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, 2008 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW Z4 2008 BMW Z4
Make BMW BMW
Model Z4 Z4
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2170 cc 2496 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 168 HP 215 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 82 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72 mm 78.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 225 km/hour 240 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.7 seconds 7 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4100 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.9 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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