2007 BMW M3 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2011 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | M3 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
