2007 BMW 335 vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335. 2012 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 335 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
