2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 BMW 130
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 BMW 130 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 BMW 130 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 261 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 130 weights approximately 55 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 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 BMW 130 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | 130 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |