2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 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 2005 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW Z4 (299 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2977 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 | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
