2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 500 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 2009 BMW Z4 has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW Z4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z4 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
