2008 BMW 325 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. 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, 2009 BMW Z4 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
