2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR

To start off, 2007 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet SSR would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 407 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.

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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW Z4 2006 Chevrolet SSR
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model Z4 SSR
Year Released 2007 2006
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3246 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 338 HP 401 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 101.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91 mm 91.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.9:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1485 kg 1078 kg
Vehicle Length 4120 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 95 L