2008 BMW 318 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2008 BMW 318 and 2008 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 318 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 318 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 318 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 280 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 199 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 5.9 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 | 1580 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |