2007 BMW 118 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 118. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 118 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2007 BMW 118. 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, 2010 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 118 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 118 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
