2010 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, 2011 BMW Z4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW Z4 would be higher. Both 2010 BMW Z4 and 2011 BMW Z4 are equipped with a 3,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 25 kg more 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, both vehicles can yield 406 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW Z4 | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Z4 | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2497 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
