Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | BMW Z4 | Ford Mustang | |
Engine | 3.2L I6 DOHC-4v 330 hp@7900 262 lb-ft@4900 |
supercharged 5.4L V8 DOHC-4v 500 hp@6000 480 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 107.1 in | -8.9 in |
Length | 161.1 in | 187.6 in | -26.5 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 73.9 in | -3.8 in |
Height | 51.1 in | 55.7 in | -4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3197 lb. | 4023 lb. | -826 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.3 in | 38.8 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.5 in | 55.4 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.6 in | -53.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.7 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 45.0 in | -45 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 45.2 in | -45.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 30.3 in | -30.3 in |
Total Legroom | 42 in (over 1 rows) | 73 in (over 2 rows) | -31 in |
Cargo Volume | 8.5 ft3 | 9.7 ft3 | -1.2 ft3 |
2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
Adjustable thigh bolster and seat back bolsters offer great support and the Nappa leather is grippy to prevent sliding around. see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I find the front seat, even heated, to have great lumbar support, my sciatica does not bother me even when I have to use the clutch. Those with long legs are amazed at all the leg room available. see full BMW Z4 review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
enough leg room for a six-footer (unlike the Miata we almost bought) see full BMW Z4 review |
2006 BMW Z4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 215-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
low roof line, long doors make entryb and exit difficult see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 255-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no rear seat. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 330-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed manual RWD |
I would not recommend the car for EXTREMELY long road trips or the like. Comfort wise, if you used to something that is very plush or soft the car will feel too hard on badly paved roads. see full BMW Z4 review |
2007 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
seat is comfortable can be adjusted to suit your choice of position all controls are within easy reach see full Ford Mustang review |
2007 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Coupe supercharged 500hp 5.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
waste of space, no good for seating, so should have been made for storage see full Ford Mustang review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed manual RWD |
There is very little rear leg room, but this car isn't meant to be a people carrier. It is nice that there are rear seats, but anyone that is not a small child will have a hard time sitting in the back. see full Ford Mustang review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
While our present government may blow off the standards & principles of the Geneva Convention, I still find them worthy enough to abide. Mustang rear seats are in clear violation. see full Ford Mustang review |