2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 and 2009 BMW 130 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (262 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 BMW 130 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | 130 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |