2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 BMW 316 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 80 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 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z4 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |
