2008 BMW 120 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 1 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. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 189 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 213 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
