2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2000 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 3,248 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2000 Peugeot Partner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot Partner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot Partner. (130 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2000 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | BMW | Peugeot |
| Model | Z4 | Partner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 1866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
