2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 BMW 528
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. Both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2009 BMW 528 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 BMW 528. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 528.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 528. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2009 BMW 528 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | 528 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |