| Model Year | 2011 | 2023 | |
| Model | BMW Z4 | BMW i7 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5800 300 lb-ft@1200 |
Electric 536 hp 549 lb-ft |
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| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 1-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 98.3 in | 126.6 in | -28.3 in |
| Length | 166.9 in | 212.2 in | -45.3 in |
| Width | 70.5 in | 76.8 in | -6.3 in |
| Height | 50.8 in | 60.8 in | -10 in |
| Curb Weight | 3538 lb. | 5917 lb. | -2379 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.8 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 61.0 in | -7.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.2 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.6 in | -38.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 42.2 in (over 1 rows) | 84.5 in (over 2 rows) | -42.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.9 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -7.1 ft3 |
| 2011 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
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