2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2005 BMW 530
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (227 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 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 Z4 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2005 BMW 530 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 530 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 2005 BMW 530 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | 530 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |