2009 BMW 530 vs. 2007 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 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 530 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2007 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 530 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |