2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 BMW 645 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 BMW 645 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | 645 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |