2008 BMW 523 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2008 BMW 523 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 95 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 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 523 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 523 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 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 | 1490 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |