2007 BMW 325 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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
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 (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 6.9 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 | 1470 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
