2008 BMW 545 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2008 BMW 545 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 BMW 545. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 220 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 545 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.8 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |