2009 BMW 530 vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2009 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 40 kg more than 2008 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 530 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
