2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2009 BMW Z4 and 2009 Mini Cooper 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 Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Z4 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2009 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | BMW | Mini |
| Model | Z4 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
