2009 BMW 120 vs. 2005 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (168 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 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, 2009 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4. 2005 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 120 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 120 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2005 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 120 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
