2009 BMW 125 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2009 BMW 125 and 2009 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW Z4 weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
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 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 125 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |