2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 BMW 730
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 and 2009 BMW 730 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 730 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 730 weights approximately 575 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 730 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 730 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 730 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | Z4 | 730 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |