2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 and 2008 Dodge Magnum were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,058 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Magnum (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster 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 Dodge Magnum (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4. 2008 Dodge Magnum has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Magnum will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2008 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | Z4 | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 6058 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
