2009 BMW 520 vs. 2004 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW 520 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW Z4 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 BMW 520. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 520 weights approximately 289 kg more than 2004 BMW Z4.
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 520 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 520 | 2004 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 520 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |