2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 BMW Z4

To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 10 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 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 325 2008 BMW Z4
Make BMW BMW
Model 325 Z4
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 3246 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 338 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7900 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 365 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 91 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 87 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 247 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 5 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 12.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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