2009 BMW M3 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | M3 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |