2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 175 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, 2010 BMW 125 (271 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z4 | 125 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.8 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 | 1350 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |
