2012 BMW 525 vs. 2006 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW 525 | 2006 BMW Z4 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | Z4 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |