2009 BMW 328 vs. 2009 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2009 BMW 328 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. Both 2009 BMW 328 and 2009 BMW Z4 are equipped with a 2,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328.
Because 2009 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 328 | 2009 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 328 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
