2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 BMW 116
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2007 BMW 116 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2007 BMW 116. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 193 kg more than 2007 BMW 116. 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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 BMW 116 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | 116 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |