2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 BMW 523
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW Z4 and 2006 BMW 523 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW Z4 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 287 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, both vehicles can yield 230 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 2006 BMW 523 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | 523 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |