2009 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 2 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 BMW Z4. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1063 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.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW Z4. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW Z4. 2011 Land Rover LR4 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. 2011 Land Rover LR4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW Z4 | 2011 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | BMW | Land Rover |
| Model | Z4 | LR4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
