2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 BMW 118. 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z4 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
