2010 BMW 330 vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2010 BMW 330 and 2010 BMW Z4 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 330 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 BMW Z4. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW Z4.
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 330 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW Z4. (270 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 330 | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4624 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1384 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |