2007 BMW 130 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2007 BMW 130 and 2007 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 130 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 130 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 130 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 7.7 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 | 1375 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |