2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 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 2,996 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 525 weights approximately 265 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2996 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 328 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |