2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2003 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 285 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, 2003 BMW 530 (501 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (299 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 2003 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | 530 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |