2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 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 110 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 55 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, 2008 BMW 330 (481 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 2008 BMW 330 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. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z4 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
