2008 BMW 320 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. 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 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
