2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 and 2009 BMW 335 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 Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 325 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 335 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 2009 BMW 335 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. 2009 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | 335 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 261 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |